VW Transmission Axle Tube Fix

[@BS84FV]

There are "axle tube retainer strengtheners" available that spread the load out over the whole retainer instead of just around bolts. Not only do the help seal better and prevent the warping, but they can be used to straighten out a retainer when its removed from trans. They are a little pricey and require longer studs, but well worth it.

[@markatr6]

yeah, im going thru all this now, leaking at that plate that i THOUGHT i had hammered flat! it was the jigging that was the trickiest, getting that plate on something suitable to dolly & hammer, i even checked it with a straightedge....i AM getting good at removing the motor & trans. from the car...easier because its a buggy....still not FUN!....and i want to find the BEST sealer and gasket material THIS time!...thanks for comiseration !

[@caduceus33]

Seeing this situation, I had an idea. It's possible that the original tube could be installed, and then gently tap with a hammer completely around the ball shaped area and see if it tightens it up. If not, tap a bit harder all around and check again, until it is tight enough.

[@cyprianskiba8768]

Is it possible to change the gasket at the transmission end without removing the transmission from the car?

[@cointelpro25]

No I don’t think it’s possible at all. Especially with the engine still in. If you have the engine out, might as well pull the trans, make your end results worth it. seems a bigger headache to do this job with in in the car in my opinion. It’s tricky enough outside the car.