just rotated my tires and noticed a leaking axle seal...
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just rotated my tires and noticed a leaking axle seal...
Well, I was hoping I wouldn't find this but it's definitely leaking. The passenger side drum has oil dripping from it and there is a dark stripe in the wheel well from the splatter.
What should do ?
a) Attempt to fix it myself
b) Bring it to my brother's father-in-law (mechanic)
c) the dreaded stealership
Is this something I have to get done asap or can I wait a few days? Should the other side be done too?
This really sucks. I just paid off the runner last week so the funds are low and I'm going on vacation next week. SOB!!!
What should do ?
a) Attempt to fix it myself
b) Bring it to my brother's father-in-law (mechanic)
c) the dreaded stealership
Is this something I have to get done asap or can I wait a few days? Should the other side be done too?
This really sucks. I just paid off the runner last week so the funds are low and I'm going on vacation next week. SOB!!!
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Its an easy fix - https://www.yotatech.com/~corey/tech...m1_oilseal.htm
I changed mine out a few weeks ago...took about an hour and a half. I noticed when I removed the axle that no oil spilled out-so I thought it was bone dry but after replacing BOTH (I suggest) seals I went to fill the diff and it only took a small amount! - I'm guessing that the seal was leaking for at least 5 days but most of the oil was below the level of the seals-I think you are fine for a few days.
I changed mine out a few weeks ago...took about an hour and a half. I noticed when I removed the axle that no oil spilled out-so I thought it was bone dry but after replacing BOTH (I suggest) seals I went to fill the diff and it only took a small amount! - I'm guessing that the seal was leaking for at least 5 days but most of the oil was below the level of the seals-I think you are fine for a few days.
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Well, I was hoping I wouldn't find this but it's definitely leaking. The passenger side drum has oil dripping from it and there is a dark stripe in the wheel well from the splatter.
What should do ?
a) Attempt to fix it myself
b) Bring it to my brother's father-in-law (mechanic)
c) the dreaded stealership
Is this something I have to get done asap or can I wait a few days? Should the other side be done too?
This really sucks. I just paid off the runner last week so the funds are low and I'm going on vacation next week. SOB!!!
Well, I was hoping I wouldn't find this but it's definitely leaking. The passenger side drum has oil dripping from it and there is a dark stripe in the wheel well from the splatter.
What should do ?
a) Attempt to fix it myself
b) Bring it to my brother's father-in-law (mechanic)
c) the dreaded stealership
Is this something I have to get done asap or can I wait a few days? Should the other side be done too?
This really sucks. I just paid off the runner last week so the funds are low and I'm going on vacation next week. SOB!!!
Might be worth cleaning up and seeing if the leak is still there, worth a try. I;m still checking mine regularly as still no dripping from the drum onto the back of the wheel. I'm just wondering if there maybe some other reason for this one time leakage.
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Re: Re: just rotated my tires and noticed a leaking axle seal...
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Wierd I posted about a similar issue even the same side with my 96 a few weeks ago really not much as far as replies other than its probably a leaking seal. I just cleaned mine up with some brake cleaner and to this day been atleast 3-4 weeks and no more sign of this leak let me know what you find if anything.
Might be worth cleaning up and seeing if the leak is still there, worth a try. I;m still checking mine regularly as still no dripping from the drum onto the back of the wheel. I'm just wondering if there maybe some other reason for this one time leakage.
Wierd I posted about a similar issue even the same side with my 96 a few weeks ago really not much as far as replies other than its probably a leaking seal. I just cleaned mine up with some brake cleaner and to this day been atleast 3-4 weeks and no more sign of this leak let me know what you find if anything.
Might be worth cleaning up and seeing if the leak is still there, worth a try. I;m still checking mine regularly as still no dripping from the drum onto the back of the wheel. I'm just wondering if there maybe some other reason for this one time leakage.
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Rear axle seals sometimes start and stop leaking. I suspect a bit of dust or small metal specs get in the seals and then work themselves out. No harm in cleaning it and watching it for a few days.
Also gotta remember that a couple drops of oil can look like a large leak. It would have to be streaming out to drain the diff.
Also gotta remember that a couple drops of oil can look like a large leak. It would have to be streaming out to drain the diff.
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Mine was leaking pretty good. Took it to the dealer to have them replace it a 3rd time (for freee). They told me it was a bent axle and ordered one for me. I noticed though, that the diff breather was nice and shiney...someone had cleaned it and it wasn't me. I figured, if the axle was bent, then it's been bent for the past 2 years (that's when it started leaking). So we loaded up a half-ton of people, dogs and gear and took off to NM. It hasn't leaked yet.
Clean the diff breather, pull the drums, use spray brake cleaner to clean the shoes and see it that doesn't stop it.
Clean the diff breather, pull the drums, use spray brake cleaner to clean the shoes and see it that doesn't stop it.
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Thanks for all the suggestions!! I think I will need to investigate it further.
One more question, would you have to replace the bearing too when replacing the seal?
One more question, would you have to replace the bearing too when replacing the seal?
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Originally posted by TStango
One more question, would you have to replace the bearing too when replacing the seal?
One more question, would you have to replace the bearing too when replacing the seal?
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Well, I cleaned up the oil on my rim and drove the 4Runner for about 200 miles or so. I have yet to see any new drips. Even the oil that was there was only in one spot and looked old. There was no indication of any drips coming from the drumbrake assembly either.
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Originally posted by gwhayduke
Clean the diff breather, pull the drums, use spray brake cleaner to clean the shoes and see it that doesn't stop it.
Clean the diff breather, pull the drums, use spray brake cleaner to clean the shoes and see it that doesn't stop it.
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