leaky rear pinion seal

[apun]

Hi,

My rear differential is leaking at the rear pinion seal here:

1. Do I need any special tools to replace it? The manual mentions:

J 8614-01 Companion Flange Holder
J 23911 Pinion Oil Seal Installer

2. Do I need any other parts other than the following?

26026792 Seal
1050169 Special seal lubricant

I have a differential cover with a drain plug, so I don't need the gasket for the cover.

3. Any other tips on replacing this?

It drips if it just sits, but I can wiggle the drive shaft to make it drip less or drip more. If I pull the drive shaft towards the front, a steady stream will flow. Could this be anything else other than the pinion oil seal?

Thanks,
Alex
93 Ty

 

[TurboTony]

Sounds like your pinion bearings are done.

Any unusual noises from the diff? Get it looked at by a mechanic before the bearings pile up totally and you end up buying a housing too.

Sorry for the bad news

Tony

 

[jwaller]

yeah if you can move it around something isnt right. I would be looking for a set of gears and bearings.

 

[bigjohn]

apun, your rear is toast. the lease you will need are all new bearings and seal. say a prayer that your gears are still good. ( but i doubt it )