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1990 Vanagon Automatic Torque Converter Seal Leak
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gardeeena
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PostPosted: Thu Mar 31, 2016 12:53 pm    Post subject: 1990 Vanagon Automatic Torque Converter Seal Leak Reply with quote

Hi everyone, needing advice.
Recently bought a Vanagaon with A transmission where the torque converter seal seems to be leaking. Leaks around 4 drips per minute. I looks like it has been leaking for a while. The fluid levels are topped up.

My question:
If ATF level is monitored frequently, how risky (I know it will be a little messy) would it be to drive 800 km to be repaired once it arrives at the destination?
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PostPosted: Fri Apr 01, 2016 10:18 am    Post subject: Re: 1990 Vanagon Automatic Torque Converter Seal Leak Reply with quote

A leak generally will continue to get worse. Also, a small leak may be a larger leak at speed when pressures are greater. What sort of towing plan do you have?
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