How to add extra fluid in Getrag transmission

[AMoffat]

There is a way to add an elbow to filler port of the transmission to raise the oil level in the transmission. Does any one know about this, or an article 'how to'

andy

 

[JLEONARD]

I almost did on mine but when I went to install it the street elbow didn't come out far enough to clear the upper housing, and I didn't have the correct size nipple handy.

I aborted the project and never got back to it.

You would also need to add a bracket to stand off and stabilize the plumbing. Without that it will fatigue fail due to vibration, then it's goodbye fluid and getrag.



An alternate approach might be using a hydraulic elbow then a length of hydraulic hose (could be braided stainless) leading up to the engine compartment, then support and cap it off with a custom made dipstick. That way you wouldn't have to get dirty checking the level.



However you end up doing it make sure you epoxy the threads on the fittings to make sure they don't loosen or leak.

 

[DVolk]

I heard you can add oil in one of the upper bolt holes for gthe pto cover . How ever I done this on other rigs before . Jack the fill side up really high to the point the truck is leaning the add the oil . But when i fill them i add oil until it runs out not to were you can feel it with your finger

 

[Grey Wolf]

The top bolt hole on the drivers side has always worked good for me

 

[GHarman]

Top bolt hole on the PTO cover, drivers side X2. You will need a fluid transfer pump. Another way is remove the shifter and pour it down the tower access. Works both ways. GregH