4 Speed gear box removal reseal and anything else needing replacement

[Pinder]

I finally put everything back together and re  installed the gearbox. I had to disconnect the drive shaft from the diff in order to be able to re install it. First short drive went well, no issues noted. It was a little tricky to lift the box in place using a regular floor jack.

[BobH]

Hello Pinder, well done!  i've thoroughly enjoyed reading this post, so glad to see such a good result

[Pinder]

Thanks Bob.

I could not have done it without the expert advice I received along the way.

I made a few mistakes along the way but was able to correct and proceed foreword.

Along the journey I took the opportunity to bead blast the aluminum parts and paint the cast iron box and polish up the shifter rods and protect them with some clear coat. I also reviewed the shifter bushings even they I had replaced before as they are cheap.

In addition to resolving the gearbox leak it feels good knowing I replaced the broken shaft key and replaced the seals.

It really looks clean under the car now . My next improvement to the car is replacing the exhaust system from time valve. I put my order in but there is a few weeks delay before they can start making my exhaust system.

I’ve enjoyed working on this gearbox project.

[Pinder]

Picture of gearbox with shifter installed to test out ability to shift into all gears.

I also prefilled the gearbox before installing it into the car to save the hassle of using the fill hole.

Also I tested the 2 switches worked (that continuity works when they are engaged.

[Pinder]

took the car out last night for a 30 min drive and drive it hard. shifted great. This morning I inspected for any kind of leaks and happy to report zero leaks. For the first time in 9 years, I have an oil free garage floor. My two main leaks were from the power steering Box and the gearbox. Both now resolved.

[ja17]

Chasing leaks on an old vintage car can be frustrating and expensive. Eventually new ones or the old ones can return over time. Hopefully not for a long time!! Great Job!