Trans problem, need advice

Lip seals on a tf are usually go or no-go. Fords have grommet type seals that can be inconsistent with heat and cold, but tf seals are good til they blow and completely lose pressure. I never put sealer in a tf. Lots of times in Fords and it does work many times.

I have to disagree with TF tranmissions being go or no go.
That's where the phrase "Morning sickness" comes from relating to TF's, is when the seals are old and cold so they don't flare out to the bore until they warm up enough.