Growl under load

[hoofchaz]

I have a 1953 Cranbrook with the original 218 and three on the tree. When I start out, or shift to second, if I put the car under load it growls a little. I am afraid it is the tranny? If I back off the loud pedal just a little it goes away.

Any wisdom? Should I drive it until it quits? Like everyone elses flattie mine leaks between the tranny and motor, could it be leaking oil from the tranny?

Thanks,

CHAZ

[RobertKB]

You say your tranny may be leaking oil. First thing you should check if you have not already done so is the level of the oil in the tranny. It sure will growl if really low!

[oldmopar]

while you are under the car also check the fluid in the rear

[Normspeed]

Also while you're under there give the driveshaft a good tug at each end to see if a u-joint might be getting loose. Best done with the rear wheels off the ground.

[hoofchaz]

Rear fluid was topped off not too long ago, and I haven't noticed any on the floor back there. I will check the driveshaft for play.

OK, here is my stupid question for the day. How do I check (and fill) the oil in the tranny? What oil should I run in it if I do find it low?

Thanks,

CHAZ

[Dodgeb4ya]

A bad input shaft bearing at the front of the trans will cause noise in 1st/reverse and 2nd gears. 3rd gear no noise. Nuetral idling -some slight noise.

Bob