[Shop-talk] Lucas Transmission Fix

[old dirtbeard]

Hi Moose,

First off let me say that I am not experienced with Ram and do not speak
from any hands-on knowledge.

Generally speaking, I am surprised that there would be parts availability
issues for a 2007 transmission. Maybe yours was a more limited, heavy-duty
run or something.

Is it a module or valve leaking or a gasket/seal issue?

Lucas might work, but I believe it plugs leaks by either softening seal
rubbers or by floating some paticulants in the oil that
hopefully/eventually find their way into the leak.

My guess is that it may work, or may reduce the leak, but that it would not
be a permanent fix.

If the leak is not too bad, perhaps just live with it, put a drip tray
under it like we do with many/most of our old British cars. ;-)

Or if you want to open it up, you might want to try to source the likely
necessary parts before you commence work.

There also may be used parts availability. Maybe pick-up a used
transmission from a salvage yard to swap in or to use for parts?.

It is disappointing to me that parts are a problem for a US vehicle that is
this new. I can still source most any parts I need for my 70-year-old MG TF.

I do wish you the best with this one, Moose.

doug


On Tue, Feb 20, 2024 at 11:09 PM Moose <eric at megageek.com> wrote:

> Guy,
>
> I have a 2007 Dodge 3500 dualie diesel and it currently has a transmission
> leak.
>
> 2 different truck mechanics expressed concerns with part availability if
> they take it apart to fix it.
>
> This truck is my personal dive rescue truck (see photo.) So it normally
> has the camper loaded with gear.  It also tows lighter boats and jet skis.
>
> Here is my question, do I try Lucas Transmission Fix?
>
> Or do I take my chances and have a place tear into this truck's
> transmission? (will they be able to get the parts to fix it?
>
>
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
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