torque tube clamshell gaskets

[ralphnof49]

Are there any new material gaskets for the clam shell at the overdrive end of the torque tube that encloses the U joint? My 47 Lincoln club coupe needs something better. I have to stop the oil leak from the end of the overdrive with a new seal so would like to know if there is anything new. Thanks. 

[abelincoln]

i found a soft plastic rope on e-bay.  I'm using John Deer Corn Head grease, comes in a tube.  Went together fine, but we haven't got the rest of the car together to see if it leaks when run.  Look for Ford seal.

Abe

[Tom_Overfield]

Best bet, a felt seal offered by Roy Nacewicz, web site is fordscript.com.  The part # is  D-002, and the price is $4.50 plus shipping.  ,Phone number is 734-654-9450.

He also has the special thick headed bolts with no markings on them which Lincolns as well as  Fords used.

 

And as Abe said, go to Amazon or eBay and get the John Deere corn head grease.  best lubricate for the universal and clam shell.

Tom

Edited August 22, 2016 by Tom_Overfield (see edit history)

[ralphnof49]

Thanks Abe and Tom for the information. Do John Deere dealers carry the corn head grease?

[Tom_Overfield]

No idea on that one

[Ken/Alabama]

On August 23, 2016 at 10:54 AM, ralphnof49 said:

Thanks Abe and Tom for the information. Do John Deere dealers carry the corn head grease?

Yes.