I have a continuing sealing problem on one axle that wants to leak more than the average LandRover designed amount. The original seals on my '75 RR were of the leather variety but I was never able to get new ones to work properly and this was probably due to the groove from the original. A couple of times I've tried double lipped rubber one's but the leak has returned again. In the past I have also tried to position the replacement seals to bridge the slight groove. Last time I looked, I didn't think that the groove was serious enough to warrant filling or machining out.
I'm trying to line up the correct parts before disassembly (again).
Two questions:
- From my parts catalogue the replacements are shown as either RTC3508 or
- How successful have people been with SKF Speedi-Sleeves to fix this problem, and if so what part number is applicable (rear axle is 35532837B) and does the flange on the sleeve have to be removed in this situation? Also, did you fit it dry or use a sealer/groove filler, and what type?
Thanks in advance
Phil (Aust)