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Old 11-05-2009 | 06:16 PM
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im running a twin trs/velvet setup and have been spraying trans fluid from the vent on one side. i have removed and flushed coolers and all hoses, and trans isn't overfilled. has anyone seen or know what caues this?
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Old 11-05-2009 | 06:52 PM
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It's a flaw in the original design. Back in the day there was a Mercury/Velvet Drive kit to dump the fluid back into the dipstick tube. I think we have a few of them left.

We correct that when we do our upgrades, but if everything is working fiine the kit would take care of it - and you don't have to pull the engine

If I can find them will sell for $50 each.

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Old 11-05-2009 | 08:35 PM
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Mine do the same thing. Marc do you have a picture of what your kits look like?
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Old 11-06-2009 | 08:11 AM
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It's an internal problem that can be fixed. But it requires disassembly of trans. I've fixed several of those problems in my years. And had no come backs. An easy fix.
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Old 11-06-2009 | 09:04 AM
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I have 3 of these, 2 have the hoses & clamps as shown, 1 is the dipstick/fittings only. They are ugly but will do the job.

If anyone wants to order I added them to our site, use PN VD1983. The site might add a handling charge to the shipping, just put a note on the order re: OSO and we will remove the handling.

First 2 will get the hose and clamps. When installing please verify the full mark on the dipstick is accurate once you are done.

http://www.mercruiserparts.com/partsByNumber.asp

The instructions are in the attached PDF.
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Old 11-07-2009 | 05:02 PM
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Actually now that I think about it, $50 IS WAY TOO MUCH, how about $20.
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Old 11-08-2009 | 06:46 AM
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Marc I just put in an order for two of them. THANKS!!!! If you could send me the units with the hoses and clamps that would be great.
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