My gear case cover is leaking oil and I'm going to try to tighten it before changing the gaskets, I recall the torque being 18 ft lbs on the bolts, but wanted to confirm with someone with a manual or for sure knowledge, thanks in advance.

 

18 ft lbs is correct.

 

yup

 

where is it leaking? could be the front oil seal behind the damper

 

1 can of engine degreaser and the hose and cleaned it off. Drove a few short trips and it's leaking pretty good off the top, pass side and bottom. I'm hoping it's just loose.

 

could be ... did you use a gasket or some RTV when you put it back on?

 

Yeah, it's been a few years since I changed it when I had the seal behind the case changed. That's deeper into the motor than I am qualified to be doing, so I had that done. It's been leaking for a short while. Out of town right now, I'll check for loose bolts when I get back.