Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:23:11 -0600
Reply-To: "Joe T." <vanagon85@GMAIL.COM>
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From: "Joe T." <vanagon85@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Axle flange seal replacement (was Manual trans -- note to
self:)
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There's a small gash in the flange where I scratched it taking a seal out
with a screwdriver (knucklehead move.) So I know where the leak is. It
just drips about a 1" spot on the ground every time it's parked. I think
the sealant keeps it from leaking for a few months, but then breaks down.
The best solution would be to pull the transmission and have that surface
professionally repaired; however, I've never had it rebuilt and I figure I'm
on borrowed time at 200k miles and the original 3-4 slider hub.
I just ordered another seal and cap, so I'll get into it hopefully this
weekend.
Thanks
Joe
On Wed, Mar 30, 2011 at 9:47 AM, Aaron <a.robinson.lists@gmail.com> wrote:
> 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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Joe T.
'85 Wolfsburg Westy Subie 2.2
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