Would love to see more. -Wade-
Dropping your C6's drivetrain, Version 4.0
Pro
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Thanks for the writeup. When I replaced my brake pads, I noticed my transmission was covered in oil.
So I took it in today and it appears to be leaking right at the big gasket towards the rear of the transmission. I stole one of slickshoes pics and circled where the leak is.
I took it to the dealer and they agreed with me on the leak, but wanted $1700 to fix it. So looks like I'll be learning to drop it on my own.
Now the questions are, how much do I need to take apart to fix it and what do I upgrade while I am at it? Since I am not going through this without getting something out of it.
So I took it in today and it appears to be leaking right at the big gasket towards the rear of the transmission. I stole one of slickshoes pics and circled where the leak is.
I took it to the dealer and they agreed with me on the leak, but wanted $1700 to fix it. So looks like I'll be learning to drop it on my own.
Now the questions are, how much do I need to take apart to fix it and what do I upgrade while I am at it? Since I am not going through this without getting something out of it.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Redondo Beach California
Sounds like a nice plan. That's pretty much what the GF and I do during the weekends. Light travel, good wine tastings, some dinners, and a whole lot of relaxing. 
Welp, I'm just going to soldier on anyway and drop the torque tube. At the very least, I can upgrade my current slave to the new Z06 one that's sitting in my kitchen. Might as well while I'm down here. I think I might put the car on hold for a few days while I ship in a remote bleeder, too. Not gonna go through this again for no reason.
Welp, I'm just going to soldier on anyway and drop the torque tube. At the very least, I can upgrade my current slave to the new Z06 one that's sitting in my kitchen. Might as well while I'm down here. I think I might put the car on hold for a few days while I ship in a remote bleeder, too. Not gonna go through this again for no reason.
So hows it coming along?
Do you have any details on the clutch portion of this write up?
Thanks, you've been a big help.
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_Sloth Whisperer_
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From: Malaysia Air Flight 370
Oh man, I'd forgotten about this thread till now. I apologize! Long story short, I swapped the SC and bolted everything back together. All's well, though the Z06 diff I installed was noisier than I'd hoped it was going to be, and the diff has progressively began to whine louder during deceleration in gear. It looks like I'll have the rear end out a 5th time soon.
For Rodney's comment, well, my speedometer works.
Glad this thread has helped out a bit for everyone reading. I'm thinking about doing some more write ups for simple stuff like what I accomplished today: Plugs, Wires, and new upstream O2 sensors. Worth it?
For Rodney's comment, well, my speedometer works.
Glad this thread has helped out a bit for everyone reading. I'm thinking about doing some more write ups for simple stuff like what I accomplished today: Plugs, Wires, and new upstream O2 sensors. Worth it?
Safety Car
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Apache Junction AZ
Oh man, I'd forgotten about this thread till now. I apologize! Long story short, I swapped the SC and bolted everything back together. All's well, though the Z06 diff I installed was noisier than I'd hoped it was going to be, and the diff has progressively began to whine louder during deceleration in gear. It looks like I'll have the rear end out a 5th time soon.
For Rodney's comment, well, my speedometer works.
Glad this thread has helped out a bit for everyone reading. I'm thinking about doing some more write ups for simple stuff like what I accomplished today: Plugs, Wires, and new upstream O2 sensors. Worth it?
For Rodney's comment, well, my speedometer works.
Glad this thread has helped out a bit for everyone reading. I'm thinking about doing some more write ups for simple stuff like what I accomplished today: Plugs, Wires, and new upstream O2 sensors. Worth it?
BJK
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St. Jude Donor '08
Oh man, I'd forgotten about this thread till now. I apologize! Long story short, I swapped the SC and bolted everything back together. All's well, though the Z06 diff I installed was noisier than I'd hoped it was going to be, and the diff has progressively began to whine louder during deceleration in gear. It looks like I'll have the rear end out a 5th time soon.
For Rodney's comment, well, my speedometer works.
Glad this thread has helped out a bit for everyone reading. I'm thinking about doing some more write ups for simple stuff like what I accomplished today: Plugs, Wires, and new upstream O2 sensors. Worth it?
For Rodney's comment, well, my speedometer works.
Glad this thread has helped out a bit for everyone reading. I'm thinking about doing some more write ups for simple stuff like what I accomplished today: Plugs, Wires, and new upstream O2 sensors. Worth it?
Racer
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St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10
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Le Mans Master
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From: Cumming, GA
Thanks for the writeup. When I replaced my brake pads, I noticed my transmission was covered in oil.
So I took it in today and it appears to be leaking right at the big gasket towards the rear of the transmission. I stole one of slickshoes pics and circled where the leak is.
I took it to the dealer and they agreed with me on the leak, but wanted $1700 to fix it. So looks like I'll be learning to drop it on my own.
Now the questions are, how much do I need to take apart to fix it and what do I upgrade while I am at it? Since I am not going through this without getting something out of it.
So I took it in today and it appears to be leaking right at the big gasket towards the rear of the transmission. I stole one of slickshoes pics and circled where the leak is.
I took it to the dealer and they agreed with me on the leak, but wanted $1700 to fix it. So looks like I'll be learning to drop it on my own.
Now the questions are, how much do I need to take apart to fix it and what do I upgrade while I am at it? Since I am not going through this without getting something out of it.
Mine is doing the same. Checked the tranny fluid and it is full while the diff fluid didn't dribble out when I pulled the fill plug. Bought another quart so we'll see just how low it is. Anyone figure out what causes the leak here?
Pro
Joined: Jun 2005
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From: Los Angeles CA
After I had my trans rebuilt (grinding 3rd) with Charlie @ RPM, I did notice that area stayed clean/dry, so stopped paying attention to that area after a while
Tech Contributor
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From: St. Louis, MO
St. Jude Donor '08
Do you have a replacement rear? I've seen it happen when the rears get replaced. I don't think there's a gasket between there (it's been a while since I've done a swap so don't hold me to it)...but I know we got in the habit of putting some silicone form a gasket in there when they are separated to prevent leaks. The top of the rear is open in that cavity....maybe gear oil slings out a little if overfull? I've also seen them stop leaking after a while.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2006
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From: Cumming, GA
Do you have a replacement rear? I've seen it happen when the rears get replaced. I don't think there's a gasket between there (it's been a while since I've done a swap so don't hold me to it)...but I know we got in the habit of putting some silicone form a gasket in there when they are separated to prevent leaks. The top of the rear is open in that cavity....maybe gear oil slings out a little if overfull? I've also seen them stop leaking after a while.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Redondo Beach California
Im guessing this helped me get back in line.
BTW, to the OP, this thread really helped me get things done. It was really informative. I ended up doing a Torque Tube rebuild and a clutch change. Id be happy to help anyone with any ?'s. Im an average Joe, not a pro.
Last edited by c6_rob; Jun 13, 2011 at 11:55 PM.
Instructor
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From: Aliquippa Pa.
Oh man, I'd forgotten about this thread till now. I apologize! Long story short, I swapped the SC and bolted everything back together. All's well, though the Z06 diff I installed was noisier than I'd hoped it was going to be, and the diff has progressively began to whine louder during deceleration in gear. It looks like I'll have the rear end out a 5th time soon.
For Rodney's comment, well, my speedometer works.
Glad this thread has helped out a bit for everyone reading. I'm thinking about doing some more write ups for simple stuff like what I accomplished today: Plugs, Wires, and new upstream O2 sensors. Worth it?
For Rodney's comment, well, my speedometer works.
Glad this thread has helped out a bit for everyone reading. I'm thinking about doing some more write ups for simple stuff like what I accomplished today: Plugs, Wires, and new upstream O2 sensors. Worth it?