Hi Grumpy , Wes here again, I have found "THE MAN" and spoken to him, He repairs all different types of Transaxles EXCEPT Tecumseh / Peerless Model VST 205, That is the model that he believes that I have. He explained to me that this unit has double the number of LEAK POINTS and nothing can be machined to overcome the leak problem. Parts are not available for the pump or motor. He explained to me all the faults with the unit and how it is possible to give it some / little extra life span. He gave freely of his time and said that down the track I would be better off to fit a different replacement unit. I will check with him to see if it is OK to put his contact details on the forum. sEEYA!wES!