Thread Number: 73721
/ Tag: Vintage Automatic Washers
Changing trans oil in two belt Maytags |
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Post# 973719   12/15/2017 at 02:13 (2,296 days old) by robbinsandmyers (Conn)   |   | |
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I have a 1974 Maytag A407 I was wondering how hard it is to change the muck in the trans. Im sure by now its almost tar because in winter with a cold basement the agitator takes a few minutes to come up to speed. Can it be done in the machine by taking the spin basket and tub out and removing the top cover of the trans or does it have to come all the way out? I want to do this and replace the leaking top seal and also install a like new tub bearing off a 1966 A500 that has the large oil wick inside as my bearing I think is worn because I get a clunking when spinning. Thanks.
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Post# 973766 , Reply# 1   12/15/2017 at 09:43 (2,295 days old) by cadman (Cedar Falls, IA)   |   | |
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Post# 973905 , Reply# 2   12/15/2017 at 23:34 (2,295 days old) by robbinsandmyers (Conn)   |   | |
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Post# 974307 , Reply# 6   12/17/2017 at 18:28 (2,293 days old) by cadman (Cedar Falls, IA)   |   | |
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Hi John,
One quart of the MT-90 was sufficient, just refill to near top of the trans lower case half. No need to tear the entire machine apart unless you're planning on a full resto. GL-4 is okay, but won't be as forgiving in cold environments. With the trans left in place, you can use a small paper cup to scoop out the majority of the oil (it will flow, even in cold temps). Being a 3D case, what's left will collect in a low point where you can wipe it out with a couple paper towels. No muss, fuss. If the nylon looks good and there are no fine metal particles, I'd refill, install the new gasket, and reassemble. |