Is this leak a concern?

[YetiCruiser14]

Have had my 1995 80 series for a year now and noticed this oil leak ( driver side). Wondering if its okay for now and things to watch out for.

Thanks!

 

[mudgudgeon]

It's normal. Oil separates out of the grease over time and heat cycles. Some weeping is ok.
On the topic of weeping, I'll be the first to say check the level of gease in your knuckles.
You'd typically expect to see a grease smear on the bottom 2/3-3/4 of the exposed knuckle ball, and a line of grease at the outer edge of the area swept by the knuckle seals on full lock.

If you just cleaned and wiped the knuckle balls, disregard, otherwise, do some searching for threads talking about grease level in the knuckles. Yours looks dry.

Also search for thread "check yer nuts" and check yer knuckle studs nuts

 

[Irish Reiver]

Also check your axle breather and make sure the vent isn't blocked or restricted. If the axle can't breathe, pressure will build up inside the housing which can force gear oil etc. into places where you don't want it. New vent nozzles are still available from Toyota.

 

[YetiCruiser14]

Also check your axle breather and make sure the vent isn't blocked or restricted. If the axle can't breathe, pressure will build up inside the housing which can force gear oil etc. into places where you don't want it. New vent nozzles are still available from Toyota.

Just to clarify, did you mean the diff breather hoses? If yes, will do. Thank you!

 

[mudgudgeon]

Just to clarify, did you mean the diff breather hoses? If yes, will do. Thank you!

Yes. But not just the hose.
Remove the fitting from the diff housing and clean it.
Remove the one way valve off the end of the hose and clean it
Both these can clog up with greasy gunk

 

[bhsdriller]

not bad at all. Clear breathers as mentioned and could drive like that for a long time before getting into it

 

[YetiCruiser14]

THANK YOU ALL!