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Transmission Cleaning

Palmer

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My TR3A is (mostly) in the body shop getting new paint. Before it went in, I pulled the engine and transmission (and just about everything else). I plan on cleaning the outside of the tranny while it's out of the car, but I have two questions. First, is it O.K. to use a power washer to clean the outside, or will water get past the seals Second, should I do anything to the inside of the tranny while I've got it out? It shifted fine before I took it out, so I don't plan to rebuild it, but I'd like to take reasonable steps to ensure that it keeps working for a long time.
 
I would open it up and look at the internals. Check for chipped teeth. Good time to change the lube. Especially if there is water in it from pressure washing.
Also a good time to change front and rear seals if you have leaks.
 
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