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Hairline crack in gearbox filler plug thread - 80 series

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Hairline crack in gearbox filler plug thread - 80 series

Post by kytomitt »

I must have over tightened the filler plug on my 80 series gear box causing a fine crack through the thread. It's enough to cause an oil leak. Previously, I've made a quick fix using a 2 part putty (minute mend or the like) - any other suggestions?
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Post by joel HJ60 »

Is the plug cracked or the housing?

Assuming the housing, would a bigger seal maybe cover it up? If not your sealant method maybe your best bet.
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Post by kytomitt »

It's the housing that is cracked - as I tighten, the crack spreads open. Too big for larger seal...
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Post by aussie blue 60 »

weld it up, ive had a xcel one welded by a aluminum welder guy do it.
Drain box 1st, so no oil is left and you have a nice clean surface to weld on.
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Post by Ice »

bit hard to weld up if its got oil leaking out through it

your probally going to have to strip the housing to do it properly

and just out of coincidence i have an 80 series 5 speed here for sale :)
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Post by Frankenyota »

Have repaired one with metal mend, a two part epoxy.
Someone has over tightened the filler plug.

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Post by rezpkt »

This should do the trick
http://www.selleys.com.au/Selleys-Autof ... fault.aspx
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