New front axle seals dripping oil

[yolner]

I broke the "don't fix it if it aint broke" law and it appears to be biting me in the rear end. Tore the front axle apart to install all new seals and replace the brake cylinders and adjust brakes. the axle seals weren't leaking before. Now put it all back together and both sides are dripping oil after moving it around the yard.

I followed the Front Axle stepxstep post and I just can't figure out how I could have started a leak where one didn't exist before. Any ideas what I should check when I redo the whole dang job? I already checked the vent and it's not blocked. The only thing I can think of is that I didn't put any RTV on the inner seal retainer when I reinstalled it. Could that cause a leak?

 

[Navo]

I had this exact issue a couple of weeks ago on my M35A3. Check out this thread- https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?95529-m35a3-front-axle-leak.html

 

[Clay James]

I had the same problem. Replaced them 3x and they still leaked and one fell out of the retainer the last time. All the stock type ones are made in China. I found a new style USA made seal and retainer and so far they're the only ones that don't leak.

 

[Ford Mechanic]

I had the same problem. Replaced them 3x and they still leaked and one fell out of the retainer the last time. All the stock type ones are made in China. I found a new style USA made seal and retainer and so far they're the only ones that don't leak.

Where did you find it at? I'm fixing to replace mine and would rather use known good parts the first time.

 

[M35A2-AZ]

I am rebuilding a Deuce right now and would be interested in where you got the US made seal also.

 

[yolner]

I believe he's talking about these

Custom Off-Road Equipment

 

[Clay James]

Yeah those are the ones.

 

[yolner]

Yeah those are the ones.

Are the seals on those replaceable? I mean if the seal ever goes can I get a new seal and install it on this custom retainer?

 

[Clay James]

Not sure, but I'm sure it's possible.