Well, I got it back together a few days ago. I put a new Cub Cadet filter on it and used tractor transmission/hydraulic oil in it. It needed flushing anyway, so if this repair holds I'll change to the Cub oil. Then a storm came through with 2.4" rain. It dried up enough for me to get about an hour of driving/cutting time on the repair job. Transmission is quiet and no leaks so far. I was able to do the job without removing the fenders, tank, etc, so that helped. I I loosened the four bolts on the front and put a couple of wedges under the tank on the mounting flanges and was able to raise it about 1/2" and get to the upper bolts on the rear cover.
Thanks to all for the advice and comments. I really appreciate it.
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