Re: rear pinion oil leak
The splined pinion shaft enters the yoke in the rear before the seal. The seal prevents leakage between the rear housing and the yoke. It appears that there is nothing to prevent lube from entering the splined shaft. At this point the only thing that prevents it from leaking out behind the nut is a steel washer. I'm I missing something here, It would not be the first or last time. I had a leak at pinion seal and replaced the seal and yoke being careful to align all parts as they were, and lubricate seal. Seal does not leak now but lube leaks from behind nut.
It has been suggested that I apply a non hardening sealer to the spline. Does this make sense.
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