[TR] TR4 rear pinion seal replacement

[Brad Kahler]

Andy,

Well, while you weren't necessarily correct on what was causing the
leaks I'm glad you mentioned the breather.  Turns out its missing its
cap and was wide open to allow moisture, dust, etc into the diff.  Now
I need to either find a replacement or figure out a way to make a cap
that will stay on.

One more thing for the to do list :(

Brad


On Sat, May 1, 2010 at 3:04 PM, Andrew Mace <zoboherald at aol.com> wrote:
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Randall <tr3driver at ca.rr.com>
>
>
>> Is there anything special that has to be done to replace the seal or
>> can I just remove the nut and flange, replace the seal, reinstall
>> flange and then torque the nut?
>
> Should be no problem on your TR4, Brad.  The collapsible spacer didn't come
> in until later.
>
> However, I would examine the sealing surface of the flange carefully.  If
> you can feel the groove left by the old seal with your fingernail, I would
> suggest a Speedi-sleeve.
>
> ==AM==
> And, if you're replacing the seal to address a leak, you might just quickly
> check to make sure that
> the vent for the diff. is clear. If it's clogged up with road grime, it can
> cause enough pressure to
> force your favorite gear lube out. OTOH, odds are it's the original seal
and
> is due regardless! :-)
>
>
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