Front 4X4 diff. seal

[krispy420]

I need to know how to replace the seal. The one x-fer case to the front of the axle part. Its the seal around the u joint. Can it be replace from the outside or does the hole 4X4 diff. have to come off.

[2000mudder]

you have to remove the driveshaft and pry out the old seal. the new one needs to be tapped in verry carefully as not to distort it's round shape in order to seal good. put some grease around shaft when sliding it over. a piece of pipe the diameter of the seal to tap it in with works good

[krispy420]

Thx man! That was the answer I was looking for!

[krispy420]

Hey since you gave me the info where is the drain and fill plug at and what kind is the oil that goes in there.

[2000mudder]

fill plug is a pipe type plug with either a 3/8" square inny or outty. the outty you can put a ratchet extention into it. the other either requires a square socket or if you can get a wrench on it. the drain is to remove the cover!!! you can clean out old gear lube with carb cleanner and replace with new gear lube depending on your climate. your owners manual will specify what type to use.

[krispy420]

Sweet will look for more post from me. Im also having some weird starting problems. It seems like u know the truck inside and out. I will post it soon hope u can figure it out! THX