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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Re: Continuing pinion seal leak

« on: September 07, 2021, 10:35:07 PM »

Okay for all who may have the same issue. Mr. Walck suggested I switch to 140 weight as that is what they use. He also said to take the pinion nut and washer back off and to put some rtv on the end of the splines then put the washer back on and rd tighten the pinion nut to 150 ft/pfds. I did that earlier tonight and so far have no leaks. Prayerfully if the creek don’t rise, this should do it but I’ll update my post after a few days. Thanks to all! Taylor

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Re: Continuing pinion seal leak

« on: September 07, 2021, 09:38:35 AM »

The yoke is new and has no discernible wear. There is also no lateral or vertical movement. I checked all that thanks to you guys suggestions. It got me to thinking maybe I should call Mr. Walck back and he said I should be running 140 weight vice 90 weight oil as that is what they’ve been doing for years. He also said to take the pinion nut and wager off and put some rtv on the splines and then put the washer and nut back on. After I do both of those, I’ll let you all know the results! Thanks again for all the suggestions! Taylor

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Re: Continuing pinion seal leak

« on: September 06, 2021, 06:59:19 PM »

Thank you guys for your advice! I’m going to look into several of your suggestions.

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Continuing pinion seal leak

« on: September 05, 2021, 11:02:34 PM »

I’m hoping you guys can help me. I’ve got a 54 CJ3B and have replaced the front pinion seal twice and it’s still leaking fairly good. I was careful to utilize the gasket and also a little rtv around the edges of the seal but no joy. I am greasing the inside of the seal as well before sliding the knuckle back in. I inherited this jeep from my Dad and am still learning. Is there something I’m doing wrong? I tightened the pinion nut to 150 ft lbs per Mr. Walcks advice. But I keep reading about shims and did I mark the drive shaft before I took it off? Does the drive shaft have to go on a particular way, hence the admonition to mark it? Are my bearings bad inside the differential or maybe the front drive shaft is out of balance? I can’t believe it would be since this Jeep was just totally rebuilt 1000 miles ago. Thank you for any help you can provide! Taylor

PS forgot to say the knuckle is new so there is no groove worn into it by the seal

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Re: Pinion seal gasket location?

« on: September 20, 2020, 11:28:03 AM »

Thank you sir! Does the gasket slip over the pinion seal before you install it?

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Pinion seal gasket location?

« on: September 20, 2020, 12:18:45 AM »

I am replacing the pinion seal on my front differential as it’s leaking. The pinion seal I ordered also came with a gasket as well. I understand how to replace the pinion seal but where does the gasket go? Thank you in advance for your help! Taylor

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Re: CJ3B Front differential drain plug won’t stop leaking

« on: September 14, 2020, 08:15:53 AM »

Thank you for all the responses! I did some research and ended up using a combo of Teflon tape and a little gasket sealer which appears to have worked. I was very mindful of not overtightening and used a torque wrench to about 20 pounds. I read that was right somewhere but can anyone confirm that?

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Re: CJ3B Front differential drain plug won’t stop leaking

« on: September 12, 2020, 09:37:47 PM »

Thanks to both of you. How do I check the breather or take it off?

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Re: CJ3B Front differential drain plug won’t stop leaking

« on: September 11, 2020, 08:48:30 PM »

Just so you guys know I have tracked it to somewhere right around the drain plug. I don’t see any cracks and the drain hole threads aren’t stripped. Maybe over time the hole has just wallowed out or there is a pinhole leak somewhere around the hole? I did get a new drain plug so that can’t be the problem I think. I’m going to try the multiple wraps of tape. Could I put gasket sealer over the tape? Don’t see why I couldn’t unless y’all know different! Thank you for your help!

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / Re: CJ3B Front differential drain plug won’t stop leaking

« on: September 11, 2020, 07:52:28 PM »

Thank you for your reply Rus. I may try more wraps of Teflon tape as you suggest and if that doesn’t work, maybe try and figure out where exactly the leak is coming from

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"Original"-- Technical Questions, Answers, Observations / CJ3B Front differential drain plug won’t stop leaking

« on: September 11, 2020, 11:22:47 AM »

Hello I’m new to the forum and owning a CJ3B and I’m hoping someone can help me. I have a front differential drain plug that won’t stop leaking. I’ve tried permatex PTFE thread sealant, Teflon tape, and now permatex the right stuff gasket sealer. I’ve also gotten a new drain plug but nothing helps. I don’t think it’s stripped as the plug goes in about half way good and tight. I’m torquing to 20 lbs. am I torquing to the right spec? Should I try teflon tape and the permatex sealant or gasket sealer? I’m completely flummoxed, please help!

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Once You've Joined / Re: Welcome taylorpjones

« on: September 11, 2020, 11:16:07 AM »

Hello my name is Taylor Jones and I inherited a 1954 CJ3B from my father. It has been restored to represent a USAF jeep of that era by the original owner, I think Art Sesso? I love the Jeep and want to learn more about it and how to work on it. Hopefully as I gain more knowledge maybe I can help others as well!