Joined: Nov 27, 2016 Posts: 61 Location: Rhode Island
Posted: Fri Jan 18, 2019 12:27 pm Post subject: Dana 18 Transfer Case Rear Output Shaft Seal Question
Howdy all,
My M38A1 has leaked from the rear output shaft seal on the transfer case since I purchased it, and I want to replace it. I have new seals, but I'm curious as to which direction it goes into the housing. The spring-backed rubber in the seal is essentially convex the side with the spring, and concave on the other side. I've read a ton of threads, and watched a ton of videos, but I can't seem to figure it out.
The collective wisdom is most welcome as always! Thanks! _________________ Bill S.
Joined: Oct 02, 2014 Posts: 1905 Location: South Carolina, Dorchester County
Posted: Fri Jan 18, 2019 2:11 pm Post subject:
Hi Bill,
Generally, I believe that seals with garter springs are supposed to be oriented so the spring is on the inside ("wet side"), towards the oil or grease the seal is supposed to be sealing. And they should be inspected carefully for correct installation -- because some garters have been known to pop off.
I couldn't find a printed reference to back up my belief, so I could be off base. I'm pretty sure Wes will straighten me out if I am..... _________________ Ron D.
1951 M38 Unknown Serial Number
1951 M100 Dunbar Kapple 01169903 dod 5-51
“The only good sports car that America ever made was the Jeep."
--- Enzo Ferrari
Joined: Feb 17, 2012 Posts: 530 Location: Del City, OK
Posted: Fri Jan 18, 2019 5:32 pm Post subject:
Suggestion, when you replace the seals, clean the splines on both the output shafts and the Flanges, then put a thin layer of RTV on the shafts enough to seal them when you put the flanges on. That is where I have had the worst of my leaks in my DANA 18 TC. It still drips as I did mine on the jeep and did not get it clean enough, but is on the list for spring...
Just trying to cover the bases... _________________ Hal, KB1ZQ
TSGT, USAF (Ret)
1952 M-38 CDN CAR 52-31313
1952 M-100 Strick #104
1951 Willys Wagon (For Sale)
1954 Willys M38A1 201001205
Tornado Alley
Del City, OK
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