Working on a 1993 240. I forced the issue trying to disconnect the dipstick tube for the transmission. Got it turned just enough to make it start leaking.

I cut the tube in half. Used 2 applications of JB Weld to seal up the flange nut. this is what I ended up with.

Before I put tranny fluid in it and fire it up I wanted to see if you guys think this will fly until I can get a new pan and dipstick tube.

 

I used JB weld as a temp. repair on my 1997 960 fuel rail when the end closest to the front started leaking fuel, and it is still holding. That repair was in Jan, 2009.

I would think the pressure in the fuel rail is greater than the pressure in the filler tube. The only real way to know for certain is to fire it up.

Good Luck

 

I would get a new pan & dip stick. Just would be afraid to get that weld stuff in my tranny fluid and mess up my tranny. If you don't have that fear, press on and watch it for leaks for a month.

 

There should not be any pressure on the dipstick tube...LOL...I tried getting the 2 starter bolts loose and just drop the dipstick tube and tranny pan.

Could not get the top bolt loose and busted out the hack saw. I can get the pan and tube here in Houston for 74.00 dollars but cannot get it till next week.

Thanks for the feedback. This forum has been a wealth of information helping me through the little escapde.

 

I think JB weld is underrated sometimes. I was told by Cub Cadet people that it'd never work to fill in the gaps on my 129 trunnion shaft corners. So far so good, but of course only used it 5-6 times since doing the job. Still, many told me it'll hold for only a very brief time. Time'll tell I guess, but I don't see any evidence of it wearing out. I mean, the stuff can be drilled once hardened so...we'll see. Good luck to you with it!!