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M38 CDN Bell Crank bellows seal
Posted: Mon Aug 07, 2017 5:54 pm
by L84dinner
I am rebuilding the bell crank on 1952 M38 CDN and noted that the original assembly set up had a bellows seal in the upper housing above the grease seal. The original seal has disintegrated. I ordered a bell crank repair kit but it did not include this component. Is this an essential component? If so, where can I get a replacement?
Many thanks,
John
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 6:53 am
by 4x4M38
John,
I think I remember a couple of other posts on this subject that basically
said that seal was particularly important during fording, but not essential
for every day driving as long as the assembly was kept properly lubricated.
I've seen them for sale on eBay.
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 3:36 pm
by OKCM38CDN
Is this the ring that goes between the Bell crank and the frame mount???
If so get in touch with Brent Mullins in College Station... I got one from him, he had it on eBay...
Hope this helps...
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 3:59 pm
by 4x4M38
That's what I'm reading into his request.
The trick is whether you still have the round spring that goes over it.
If the seal is missing the spring usually is also.
If you are lucky enough to still have one good for you!
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 11:01 pm
by wesk
M38 CDN Bell Crank bellows seal
Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2017 11:47 am
by L84dinner
Thanks all for the information. I have ordered the seal from Brent. I note my bell crank differs from the photo but followed through the threads and know this is not unique and I know what I need to do. I will post photos when complete.
Many thanks,
John
Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2017 8:58 pm
by L84dinner
Took a while for seal to ship from Brent and clear customs but arrived and installed on the weekend.
Seal in place.
Bell crank assembled.
Thanks all for the help.
John
Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2017 10:58 pm
by wesk
Glad it all worked out for you!
Posted: Thu Sep 07, 2017 6:37 am
by 4x4M38
Hi John,
Looks good!
I don't see that little spring. Brent doesn't supply it correct?
Take care,
Posted: Thu Sep 07, 2017 8:51 pm
by L84dinner
Brian,
There was no spring in the original assembly and Brent did not supply one.
The seal fit fairly snug and as you can see the bell crank assembly I have shields the seal from direct exposure. I think it will be OK.
John
Posted: Thu Sep 07, 2017 9:21 pm
by 4x4M38
Hi John,
Yes it should work just fine.
The spring seems to be missing on many vehicles.
Here is a link to information regarding the bellows seal and tension
spring. Several suggestions on how to come up with alternatives.
Take care,
