Gearbox oil leak

[rejeep]

I cant pinpoint where this leak is coming from..
Ever since I changed my gearbox oil I am getting a leak that looks like its dripping down the side of the case...

I did not overfill it, and even removed the fill plug to double check.

[KevinNY]

I cant pinpoint where this leak is coming from..
Ever since I changed my gearbox oil I am getting a leak that looks like its dripping down the side of the case...

I did not overfill it, and even removed the fill plug to double check.

Odds are it is coming from the vent hole on top of the gearbox. Leaks a bit especially after a fill and in hot weather.

[rejeep]

should I check for blockage or it will just weep for a bit?

[KevinNY]

It's just going to weep. Some folk have gone to great lengths with extended breathers etc. but I just let it rustproof my crossmember.

[jac04]

Other usual suspects are the selector shaft seals and the seals for the shifter detent springs. Both of these will leak down the side of the gearbox.

[rejeep]

Other usual suspects are the selector shaft seals and the seals for the shifter detent springs. Both of these will leak down the side of the gearbox.

can you explain a bit more..
the selector shaft seals I can picture.. Im at a loss as to the detent springs?

sorry noob

[dabawei]

Hello,
I am tracing the oil leak in S2a transmission after getting oil pond of size 2x3 feets through one month of stop during Summar (45C) suspecting worn part is their.

Clean the gearbox/transfercase and fill it with oil "140" I found the front and back of transfer case is dropping the newly added oil. The question here are these leak due to O seal? Are replacing would stop the leak?

(My plan to repair worn and leave design matter; therefore, 1st week fill the transmission with oil, clean the outside serface and monitor any leak for a week (currently in it), 2nd week drive it at low speed and monitor leak source, 3rd week drive it at full speed+overdrive and monitor the leak).

Looking for hint on transfer case leak. Thanks.

[jcadwell]

Most of our local auto parts stores sell UV dye and a UV magnifying light. Pour a bit of dye into the oil, drive around, and take a look. It is magical for finding stuff like this.

[80sailor]

I'd be afraid that my engine bay would look like a cheap hotel room under a black light.

Scary.