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Volvo trans rear housing gasket 200 1986

posted by  Griff951 on  Sat Apr 21 18:55 CST 2018
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Hi all,
I'm in process of replacing the rear main trans seal in my 86 240. So far not a bad job except getting the remaining gasket left on the trans itself. Have tried every solvent I can find. I'm trying to be careful and not mess up the aluminum. Toughest gasket I've ever dealt with.
Anyone have any tips on getting this off.
Thanks!
Joel








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    Volvo trans rear housing gasket 200 1986

    posted by  jstraw on  Tue Apr 24 08:16 CST 2018
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    I used a razor blade and tons of PATIENCE. It takes time but you are correct in being concerned about nicking the aluminum.

    You mention that you are replacing the seal. Keep in mind that the reason the seal goes bad is due to wear on the tailshaft bushing. Are you planning on replacing the bushing as well? You'd hate to have to do this job again.








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    Volvo trans rear housing gasket 200 1986

    posted by  rstarkie on  Sat Apr 21 20:59 CST 2018
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    I feel your pain. I know you said you tried them all but I have used Permatex Gasket Remover with success, but it still took a lot of work with a single edge razor blade.

    Another problem is keeping all the grit that clings to the underside of the car from ending up on the clean area you have exposed.

    Randy








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      Volvo trans rear housing gasket 200 1986

      posted by  Griff951 on  Sun Apr 22 10:01 CST 2018
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      Hi Randy,
      Thanks, I've tried everything. My son is out in the garage now with the Permatex foamy solution. You're right. It seems to work the best so far, tried CRC, you name it. That gasket may tougher than the 240!
      Thanks,
      Joel







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    Volvo trans rear housing gasket 200 1986

    posted by  planetman on  Sat Apr 21 20:44 CST 2018
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    3M makes a product called "Roloc Bristle Discs" and the white ones are safe for aluminum.

    https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/all-3m-products/~/Scotch-Brite-Roloc-Bristle-Disc/?N=5002385+3293223502&rt=rud

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    Eric
    Hi Performance Automotive Service (formerly OVO or Old Volvos Only)
    Torrance, CA 90502
    hiperformanceautoservice.com or oldvolvosonly.com







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