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TR2/3/3A Overdrive drain plugs leaks

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Overdrive drain plugs leaks. I used a gasket I cut out of leather, but that seems to wick out fluid. I remember John used an O ring but what type. Do I want an oil ring that has a flat top and square shoulders or do I want a round one? Do I want the oil ring on the thick side? About how thick and how tight is too tight? Stop a quarter turn before it breaks or very snug.
steve
 
Steve-I think most people just use 2 of the fiber type gaskets to cure leaks. I went to the Portland swap meet this morning. I got contact info for 2 people that have TR3 radiators. PM me with your email address if you are interested.
Berry
 
Is the oil leaking from the drain plug or running down from above, leaking from the selector shafts is the usual suspect?

Graham
 
Yeh I made that hillbilly seal out of leather and it wicked out fluid, so I loosen it and retightened it then it stopped. However, I think you are correct Graham the leak is also coming from somewhere on that back section.
steve
 
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