2001 5spd transmission lube condensation

[RangerRick]

Hey all,



Just got done moving the most unaerodynamic trailer ever constructed about 500 miles. Total weight in bed and trailer put me over 13500 gcwr. Held about 70-75 mph for the trip.



Now, about 1 week later I have a bit of lube condensation under my transmission. It is the transmission for sure, not the connection to the transfer case. No drips yet. For you military or ex military it's about a class 1 leak with no beads forming.



Is this something to worry about? I'm taking a 1500 mile trip next week and need to get it checked soon if so.



BTW, mpg was poor at about 12 or so, but the trailer was over 12 feet high with tarps all over it. Not a pretty sight, but when the Army is paying per pound per mile I like to max it out.



Thanks and Happy holidays to you all,



Rick





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2001, 2500, 4x4, ETC, 5spd, AFE, many others in the future... .

 

[DennyDay]

Transmission Leak

There is almost a '0' chance what your seeing is condensate. I suspect you pushed a small amount oil out the vent when you hauled that heavy, hard to pull load. The vent is on the trans. cover and is a 90 degree elbo with a short hose and a vent valve. Clean up the trans, and until you pull hard again, I don't think you will see the problem. Don't block the vent, this trans gets warm during use, and this vent eliminates pressure build up so you won't blow a seal. Check the fluid level, and don't loose any sleep, pretty much normal.

Denny

 

[RangerRick]

Thanks for the help

I appreciate the feedback. I just wanted to make sure nothing was amuck prior to venturing out on the road again.



Thanks,

Rick