1951 (24 Series) Ultramatic Leak

Posted by humer On 2012/6/19 13:52:35

Over the winter (down to -20 at times) my transmission lost a lot of fluid. Doesn't show on end of thedipstick!..Heard from a few experienced people who said just fill it up; ("these always leak over the winter") and that "fixes it"! Hard to believe Can this be true? And what causes the leak? Can fluid be filled from the vent hole in the top? And isn't there an easier way to access the dipstick other than jacking up the car, or on a lift? Can I cut a hole in the floor pan? My owners manual shows a picture of someone holding up the dipstick against the background of the bell housing. How come? Do I have to take the body off to access it this way?? Help