I have a small leak on the torque converter pan on my '99 528i. A few years ago I did a ATF service by removing & cleaning the main pan & magnet and replacing the filter (and gasket) but didn't do the torque converter pan. At that time the main pan gasket was a PITA to remove - the gasket had "plasticized"and was melded to the (aluminum) mounting surface, so I'm anticipating the TC pan will be the same.
I've read that the Permatex Low-VOC remover isn't effective (go figure). Are there any available products that WILL help soften it? I'm thinking I'll get a scraper with plastic blades but wonder if there's a "magic bullet" for this job?
I've also seen recommendations for the white 3M rotoloc brushes on a drill. Anyone had experience with them?
I'm trying to be prepared this time and any tips would be appreciated.
I've read that the Permatex Low-VOC remover isn't effective (go figure). Are there any available products that WILL help soften it? I'm thinking I'll get a scraper with plastic blades but wonder if there's a "magic bullet" for this job?
I've also seen recommendations for the white 3M rotoloc brushes on a drill. Anyone had experience with them?
I'm trying to be prepared this time and any tips would be appreciated.