Automatic transmission service question.

[ahodges]

TCI and BBK (I think its BBK) also make aluminum pans with magnetic drain plugs. I have a TCI which holds 2.5 quarts more than stock. The BBK (or other brand) makes a 3 quart higher capacity pan.

 

[GRNMACHINE]

Thanks, still looking for one that fits 95. Found one by PML, holds 3 quarts over stock, notes there will be clearance issues with resonators/exhaust etc. Will check out the others.

 

[ahodges]

I just realized you have a V6.. I don't know of nor have I ever looked for an aluminum pan for that trans, sorry

 

[jackrussell]

Do any of the transmission pan drain kits available everywhere work without leaking?
I have purchased one which had a plug that would screw in only one full turn, not enough to seal or stay in. Reviews I have read indicate that this is the problem with a lot of the others.
I'm talking about the kits requiring a 1/2 inch hole drilled in the pan and the drain bolted in. Does anyone know where to get one of these that has a plug that screws in properly?

 

[drdoom]

I make them with an inverted metric castle nut tack welded inside the pan, and a standard drain plug with replaceable seal. Factory type drain, no leak.

 

[1998Exp]

These transmission pan drain kits come in two flavors. The most common, sold by every auto parts store works by squeezing a rubber O-ring with a little bolt. O-rings are not intended to be twisted like that, and sooner or later will tear and leak. The better flavor uses a brass bolt with tapered pipe thread. A bit of searching on Amazon will help you find those.

Do any of the transmission pan drain kits available everywhere work without leaking?
I have purchased one which had a plug that would screw in only one full turn, not enough to seal or stay in. Reviews I have read indicate that this is the problem with a lot of the others.
I'm talking about the kits requiring a 1/2 inch hole drilled in the pan and the drain bolted in. Does anyone know where to get one of these that has a plug that screws in properly?

 

[koda2000]

Most auto parts stores or Summit Racing. B&M makes a good add-a-drain plug. it's around $6-$7.

 

[jackrussell]

Thanks. You give me hope of finding a good one.

Tom.