How to Replace Inner Axle Seals

[@joebooth106]

Brilliant video as always. Your channel is my go-to for anything jeep differential related!

[@mefistofer]

Thanks Mike, I have to do this on my 97 ZJ Dana 30, when I re-geared it (using your much valued and appreciated tutorial videos) I replaced them, but I did not put any grease on them, and I may not have pushed them in straight, so they are leaking again. This time I'll follow your instructions, do it right. Thanks!!

[@TrikeWellness]

I personally would recommend just getting an "Inner Axle Seal Installation Tool" instead of using that pipe. The tool is like 30$ on Amazon and it makes the installation much easier and it's perfect every time! Cheers!

[@bernardthefourth]

Thanks for the video. I'm doing a 72 Blazer restoration and this how I will do the seals.

[@jtyaks5924]

Thanks Mike, guess I'll be doing this soon. Instead of pvc could you use a socket and extension as long as it's the correct diameter(same as your pvc)?

[@TheBFHGarage]

Yep. Anything that is the correct diameter.

[@bmaxTJ]

What size is the PVC coupling?

[@TheBFHGarage]

I bought it so long ago... If I had to guess, I'd say inch and a half.

[@joaoboia7837]

Hi there,you don’t check backlash when installing the locker inside the housing. Your videos are great ! Regards Joao

[@TheBFHGarage]

No need to check backlash when changing the seals... Nothing else has changed.

[@joaoboia7837]

@@TheBFHGarage your vídeos explain really well the procedure . I have a rear vari-lok on my Dana 44 (Wj) and the slippage is not work and dragging when turning. I have run a pattern and it is very deep and backlash is almost inexistente. I think the assembly is very tight. I know the axel was change by previous owner but I suspect the assembly was not correct.What would you recommend?

[@TheBFHGarage]

@@joaoboia7837 To be honest, the gears are already broken in so there isn't much you can do. If you try to change it it could fail quickly. I would either rebuild it or just run it as it is until it fails.

[@billymills7944]

Mike another great video just to late, I already had to do it winging it...I bought the tool for like 18 bucks Amazon kind of like the clamshell bear puller worth it 👌

[@TheBFHGarage]

@@billymills7944 Yeah I keep telling myself to build or buy one but I'm pretty efficient with my contraption 🙂 I really should get one though...