gimpydingo Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 I finally got around to rebooting my original axle that I had replaced with a surtrack. Took a while to get the axle out of the tranny and once I got it free the edge of the tranny where the axle sits chipped. Think it will leak? How screwed am I? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 Sorry but yeah I'd be surprised if that didn't leak. When the fluid gets hot. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 Sorry but yeah I'd be surprised if that didn't leak. When the fluid gets hot. That's what I was afraid of. I guess I'll know shortly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino6303 Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 I actually think you'll be alright. I can't even see the seal in the picture so it is still recessed enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 No leaks after a short drive. I'll check in the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notorious Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 If the seal is intact I’d bet you’d be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexi Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 I wouldn't be worried at all, doesn't look like you hit the seal mating surface, just chipped the thin part on the outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moral hazard Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 If anyone asks you about it, tell them it's an inspection hole that you intentionally installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 Looks like a perfect opportunity to JB weld something. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveWaters Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 Looks like a perfect opportunity to JB weld something. I’d definitely build that up with som JB weld. If some debris enters it probably wont come out. May not do any damage to the seal but why take a chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 4, 2019 Author Share Posted April 4, 2019 I have the metal chip still so I could JB Weld it. I might give that a go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 4, 2019 Author Share Posted April 4, 2019 I wouldn't be worried at all, doesn't look like you hit the seal mating surface, just chipped the thin part on the outside. What year is that from? Better design that what's on my 07. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated Too sigmafour Posted April 4, 2019 I Donated Too Share Posted April 4, 2019 Yeah you will be alright... Caulk it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexi Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 What year is that from? Better design that what's on my 07. My 2009, I assumed they were the same, but I don't see the bolt after looking at your picture a second time. Unless it's just the camera angle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 4, 2019 Author Share Posted April 4, 2019 My 2009, I assumed they were the same, but I don't see the bolt after looking at your picture a second time. Unless it's just the camera angle? My 07 has the lip that doesn't attach to those metal "posts", while yours is one solid piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08SpecB_DE Posted April 6, 2019 Share Posted April 6, 2019 That's an adjustment ring so be careful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 7, 2019 Author Share Posted April 7, 2019 Still no leaks so I think I'm good. I'll just monitor. Thanks everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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