This is a follow up on my post in early Dec regarding my 1170 slipping out of 3rd with a bang. I am finally making time to attempt to remove the tranny's top plate so I can inspect the damage better than just look thru the little inspection hole. This small opening only allows me to see clearly mainly the upper portion of the shift levers.
All nine of the half inch cover retainer bolts presented no problem to loosen.
Number 11 is a dowel bolt. It is turning very hard to loosen. I immediately wondered if this soft? dowel bolt might gall up. I turned it about a half turn and decided to stop. A haft turn loose should allow penetrating oil to get below the bolt head and hopefully penetrate some into the dowel's tight fit. I plan let it soak for a couple of days.
Anyone had a problem with this dowl bolt being tight enough to cease up?