727 tail shaft removal while in car?

[69 M-CODE CUDA]

I need to replace that pesky o-ring next to the tail shaft. Can the tail shaft be removed while tranny is installed in a 69 Barracuda? It looks like most bolts are accessible.

Thanks for the help.

 

[MoparMike1974]

Yes. I think you dont even need to remove the tailshaft housing completely. Remove the bolts and rotate the housing. I believe you can get enough clearance to slide the band pin out. After replacing the o-ring I pack silicone at the end of the pin. It wont leak again.

 

[CudaFactHackJob]

Just take a sharp chisel and knock off that nub that prevents the shaft from moving rearward. Use a magnet to slide it out, replace the o-ring and silicone it so it doesn't slip back out. A tailshaft housing is worth a lot less than all the work it takes to do it "right".

 

[1994redram]

I just clean it with brake cleaner and pack it with RTV. It'll never leak again.

 

[Wally-T]

Mopar Mike is correct. I've turned those tail stocks to seal the pin too but I've ended up with a torn tail housing gasket a time or two so ya takes yer chances there. Of course you're probably finished the job already so this could be a useless post anywho. LOL