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Speedo set screw leaking? |
last337 |
Jun 29 2015, 07:51 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 421 Joined: 4-December 12 From: New Orleans Member No.: 15,221 Region Association: None |
I am troubleshooting the leak around the speedo cable and after cleaning it, it looks more like the leak is coming from the set screw itself. I havent put a wrench on it or anything yet but it looks like there is a crush washer on the screw itself. Is it possible this is the culprit and not the drive itself. I suspect this because it appears to be wet on the top of the drive shaft itself. I cant seem to find a part # for that crush washer or whatever it is. Also, what is the torque spec on that? I saw reference somewhere to like 9#
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Shadowfax |
Jun 29 2015, 09:09 AM
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Show us the meaning of haste Group: Members Posts: 509 Joined: 19-January 15 Member No.: 18,340 Region Association: South East States |
Not to say it isn't leaking from the set screw, but the part itself might be the culprit. Check out this link when you get a chance: http://shop.914rubber.com/Speed-drive-busi...-901318243.htm#
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last337 |
Jun 29 2015, 09:14 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 421 Joined: 4-December 12 From: New Orleans Member No.: 15,221 Region Association: None |
I saw that as an option but it looks to be wet above the angle drive itself which is why I suspect the set screw. I cleaned it all off again yesterday and will have to inspect closely after leak continues to be sure.
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Shadowfax |
Jun 29 2015, 09:18 AM
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Show us the meaning of haste Group: Members Posts: 509 Joined: 19-January 15 Member No.: 18,340 Region Association: South East States |
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McMark |
Jun 29 2015, 09:56 AM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
Sometimes this is from the bore getting worn out and allowing the speedo-drive to wobble. The double oring speedo drive an help by stabilizing the drive in the bore.
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last337 |
Jun 29 2015, 10:01 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 421 Joined: 4-December 12 From: New Orleans Member No.: 15,221 Region Association: None |
Well I have yet to get either plug out and am waiting on my 17mm to come in so hopefully I can at least get those to let go. Will start hitting them with some pb blaster or something soon.
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TheCabinetmaker |
Jun 29 2015, 10:37 AM
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I drive my car everyday Group: Members Posts: 8,301 Joined: 8-May 03 From: Tulsa, Ok. Member No.: 666 |
You won't lose much fluid by removing the drive. Not necessary to drain trans
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last337 |
Jun 29 2015, 10:44 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 421 Joined: 4-December 12 From: New Orleans Member No.: 15,221 Region Association: None |
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TheCabinetmaker |
Jun 29 2015, 11:02 AM
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I drive my car everyday Group: Members Posts: 8,301 Joined: 8-May 03 From: Tulsa, Ok. Member No.: 666 |
Just make sure you can remove the fill plug before you remove the drain plug. Like I said, you won't lose any fluid by removeing the speedo drive.
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last337 |
Jun 29 2015, 11:05 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 421 Joined: 4-December 12 From: New Orleans Member No.: 15,221 Region Association: None |
Just make sure you can remove the fill plug before you remove the drain plug. Like I said, you won't lose any fluid by removeing the speedo drive. Okay thanks! Tracking these leaks down one by one! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
Mikey914 |
Jun 30 2015, 08:06 AM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,677 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
Got a replacement unit with both o rings and the new shat drive here -
http://shop.914rubber.com/Speed-drive-busi...2-901318243.htm Attached image(s) |
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