

| Subject: | Re: Axle flange seal replacement (was Manual trans -- note to self:) |
| From: | Aaron |
| Date: | Wed, 30 Mar 2011 08:47:14 -0700 |
You might also want to check the O ring in the differential adjuster. I thought I had a seal leak, changed the seal and it still leaked. I took it to a pro and they changed the O-ring and it's been fine since. Took special tools and careful removal/replacement on the shop's part. The leak was big enough to leave oil on the back hatch and also an 4" spot when parked. On Mar 30, 2011, at 7:36 AM, Mike S <mikes@FLATSURFACE.COM> wrote: > At 10:25 AM 3/29/2011, Joe T. wrote... >> Seal is vigorously leaking after 48 hours of driving. Looks like I'll >> be >> re-doing it again. Back to Ultra Black. > > Can you tell where the leak is? Is there a groove worn in the flange, > where the seal rides? That often happens over time, then seal can't > make good contact there, and just get torn up. I've had limited success > using a Dremel with rubber polishing points to smooth out the groove to > make things better. You have to be careful to keep it concentric, I > spin whatever slowly while polishing to try and avoid any wobble. > Otherwise, new or get it welded and turned to spec on a lathe. > > If it's leaking from where the seal mates with the tranny - then the > seating surface is probably scratched/damaged, or the seal got damaged > going in. It shouldn't leak there even without any sealant (Hylomar or > Ultra Black) used. Sealant only takes care of "weeping" leaks. > > Ken mentioned the vent - good call, the seals definitely won't hold up > to pressure.
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