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Jul 19, 2011 | 09:16 PM

A/Ox4

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Blown Axle Seal?

Do I need to fix this? My intuition says yes. If so, what do I need to do?

I'm doing the hub and needle bearing work soon so I'll do it at the same time.

Jul 19, 2011 | 09:31 PM

Ricohman

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Inner axle seal. Since your going to have the diff apart you may as well do both sides.

Jul 19, 2011 | 09:32 PM

A/Ox4

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Inner axle seal. Since your going to have the diff apart you may as well do both sides.

This is very annoying. I JUST changed my differential fluid. Anything else I should do while I'm in there?

What part do I need?

Any write ups?

Jul 19, 2011 | 10:26 PM

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Barry(Riverrat) did his not too long ago, I believe you need a special tool to install the seals, https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...placement.html

Jul 19, 2011 | 10:31 PM

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You may also need a case spreader but a few pieces of wood and a pry bar may also work. Don't drop the carrier on yourself.

Jul 19, 2011 | 11:13 PM

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Anyone got a link to the tool? This is becoming a pain..

Will I have to drain and refill my diff fluid?

Jul 19, 2011 | 11:17 PM

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https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...dana-50-a.html, Someone had some for sale, then here, 4x4tools

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Jul 19, 2011 | 11:22 PM

A/Ox4

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Why the heck is this so confusing lol. No one that sells them just says "HERE THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED"

Blah specialty tools

EDIT: I found what I need. About $130 from that 4x4tools.

Jul 20, 2011 | 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by TreySpooner65

Why the heck is this so confusing lol. No one that sells them just says "HERE THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED"

Blah specialty tools

EDIT: I found what I need. About $130 from that 4x4tools.

Amazon.com: OTC 6695 Wheel Knuckle Vacuum Oil Seal Installer for Ford 1998-2005 F-250/350/450/550: Automotive
Hang on to your money,this is cheaper
And here is a good write up,it is for ball joints but shows the seal install
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/3...ll-joints.html

Last edited by SGnAZ; Jul 20, 2011 at 07:06 AM. Reason: add link