Thanks again man. I appreciate your help and information regarding BAP, part #'s, etc. . I think I will purchase a new QR unit from them. Probably the main difference between the '79 Malibu box and the '86 Monte Carlo, other than them being 2.5 LTL, would be that earlier box uses flared end fittings with brass inserts, where as the later box uses the O-ring type fittings.That's the one.
Seat Kit For Saginaw Gearboxes Before 1980
Brass OEM replacement seats for pre-1980 Saginaw gearboxes that came with seats. If your original seats are worn and leaking, these will solve your problem.
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