Date:         Mon, 9 May 2016 22:44:30 -0700
Reply-To:     Neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: OEM Grease Colour: Rear Axle Shaft, Bearings
Comments: To: Scott <SCOTTDANIEL@turbovans.com>
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Thanks Scott. I'll get some of that Permatex.
Likely I misunderstood what was meant by 'add grease to lip of seal.'
or similar phrase.
I did, however, clean the area where seal seats with brake parts cleaner.

Meh. So much to learn!




On 5/9/16, Scott <SCOTTDANIEL@turbovans.com> wrote:
> i always install  seals dry on the outside ..
> bare seal-to-metal housing.
>
> the last thing I would do is lubricate that spot ..the seal wants to
> slide out.
>
> even my 'favourite mult=purpose goop of all time' ...
> sticky Permatex High Tack gasket sealer, will help the seal slide out.
>
> bare clean metal against seal.  I clean the metal part with carb cleaner
> or similar.
> Lacquer thinner would be idea.
>
> Scott



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