Anyone used AT-205 to seal front axle?

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There are no special tools required to do the axle service beyond a 54mm socket. Standard hand tools will do the job granted a seal installer makes the inner easier to do. The FSM calls for a fish scale to measure bearing preload. That method had never worked for me anyway and I just use feel to do it now.

There is a square head bolt on top of the knuckle joint you can pump grease into help "pack" the birf. It's easy to spot looking from the front of the vehicle. The head of most grease guns should fit in there just right once the bolt is pulled.
 
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That would be great if someone from SD could help. I would be willing to pay as well, that's for sure.
 
Im sure there is a section to post that kind of request up in, mods?

but seriously romelm don't underestimate your ability to do this work. I've seen a 23 year old girl pull these axles apart before.

No you can turn your wheel to full lock and you should be able to see it
 
if you are leaking oil to the point where it is pooling you have a major seal failure and you should not ignore it. It needs a rebuild
 
It is my second car, so I guess its time to pull it into my garage and just go for it over a couple of days if need be. I wont rush it. Whats the worst that can happen.

I just figured since the additive worked, all I need to do now is grease up the birfs.
 
you won't regret doing it right and having the peace of mind that is done! We are here for you should you need any help
 
SmokingRocks said:
you can do it its very easy. There are information step by step videos on youtube that are fantastic. I'm sure there are mudders around your that wouldn't mind helping either. I paid 240 for a very comprehensive kit from marlin crawler (bearings and everything) and it took me two days and about 8 rolls of paper towels. All the tools are common sizes except for the 54 mm socket to remove the spindle nuts but thats like 8 bucks at nappa. Do not go to the dealer, this is a 700 dollar job + parts so maybe 1000. If you do the labor its 300 or less. Also if you do the work yourself then you start accumulating tools, and the jobs become even cheaper.

The unfortunate thing about the 80 series is that they are getting up there in age and as such need a decent amount of maintenance. The worst thing you can do is put band-aids on things that you know need work. Then you end up with a list of 20 things needing major service rather than one at a time.

Someone from San Diego chime in!
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The first "mechanical thing" I did to my 80 on my own was my birfields. I literally had never done anything to it. It was messy as hell and took me a little time (all day and then some) but I followed the directions on Mud and did it. I had to buy a couple tools, a crap ton of shop towels, and cleaner but I got it done.

I took it for a test drive and yelled and screamed and danced in my truck. Saved about $800. That was the last time anyone touched my truck.

Throw out the bat signal to guys in the Diego area. I'm sure there's one or two that would come help you. If you fly me from frigid Iowa, I'll help. It's supposed to snow 6" today you'll have to wait though, I'm taking my 80 to play in the fresh powder. :)
 
As far as the original posters question goes though, yes AT205 reseal works for many applications keeping swelling seals and helping rubber stay plump and soft , if you’re ever using it topically don’t put to much on or, you can overdo it. You do have to make sure to continue using it after you started however or the leak will return.
 
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