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Banjo Leaking
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Stroker |
09-11-2010 @ 8:47 AM
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If it is the left side (facing forward) parting line, the clearance between the banjo and the axle bell determines ring gear/pinion lash as well as the running clearance for both left and right differential carrier bearings. If you separate at this point to clean the mating surfaces, you WILL have to re-shim with a new gasket of appropriate thickness, after cutting it at the top to allow it to pass the axle shaft. In any case, I'd think that the best approach would be to pull the rear axle, and do it the way Henry intended. Whichever side you separate will need to have the hub pulled, and the radius rod dropped.
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40guy |
09-11-2010 @ 7:33 AM
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I'm not sure how much success you would have with the backing plates and rear wishbone still in place. It's too early in the day for my mind to be working good, but I would think the wishbone would have to be loosened from the backing plate.
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planojc |
09-11-2010 @ 7:13 AM
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My banjo housing leaks gear oil at the seam between the axle housing and the banjo. This is not a slow leak so I want it fixed. My question is can I take the tension off the spring with a spreader, loosen the bolts on the side of the banjo enough to separate the axle housing and apply a sealant. I assume that I also need to loosen the axle nut on that side. Anything else? Thanks
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