Rear axle bearing help. (2 Viewers)

[Tylerh84]

So I had some oil leaking out the driver side rear axle so decided to throw new seals and bearings on both side. The picture below was the driver side. I am fairly certain I need a new axle with this wear. It has definitely worn a ridge into it.

Just wanted some other's thoughts and options.

 

[Malleus]

Speedi–sleeve and some paint, you'll be alright.

 

[Tylerh84]

Speedi–sleeve and some paint, you'll be alright.

Speedi sleeve where the bearing rides? I know of them for seals but not as a bearing race.

 

[cruisermatt]

1000% Replace that bearing and axle shaft, those are both roached.

 

[Malleus]

You know, sarcasm just doesn't come through a text...

You absolutely need a new axle. Or you need to have someone weld it up and turn it down.

 

[Tylerh84]

You know, reading it back the "coat of paint" should have tripped it for me. Haha. I have already replaced the bearing but noticed the axle as I was inserting it back in. I appreciate the feedback boys.

 

[Malleus]

@Tylerh84 NP
FWIW, the axle bearing journal should be as smooth as the inside bore of the new bearing. That'll give you a good indication of what the surface requirement is.

 

[Tylerh84]

@Tylerh84 NP
FWIW, the axle bearing journal should be as smooth as the inside bore of the new bearing. That'll give you a good indication of what the surface requirement is.

Sounds good! Now to source a decent machine shop or a replacement axle. Not sure what is harder now in days.

 

[WILLD420]

Just need someone with a lathe. Axles are forged, you can weld on them. Just need to make sure you get the hardness right. I believe you can still get new axleshafts from Australia if you can't source them here, but a good axle manufacturer might be able to even cut you some new ones out of 1541 here in the states.

 

[Eurasiaoverland]

I've had full floating rear axle spindles repaired by metal spray welding, but that is not cheap.

Australia never got semi floating axles like yours, not the place to find replacements. I would look for a good used complete rear axle.

 

[Spike Strip]

As stated, you need new axle and bearing. Perhaps on the other side, too, since that side is so bad. My guess is diff fluid was low/never changed/contaminated or all three. Diff and side carrier bearings should be checked, also.

The suggestion to try and find a good used complete rear assembly is a good one.

FWIW, CruiserMatt's shop is about a day's drive from you.

 

[Tylerh84]

As stated, you need new axle and bearing. Perhaps on the other side, too, since that side is so bad. My guess is diff fluid was low/never changed/contaminated or all three. Diff and side carrier bearings should be checked, also.

The suggestion to try and find a good used complete rear assembly is a good one.

FWIW, CruiserMatt's shop is about a day's drive from you.

I was able to get a used axle. I already have replacement bearings as I was swapping seals anyway. I just changed the oil the day before it went. I used Valvoline 80-90 oil had about 300 miles on it. I am assuming it wasn't enough even though I had the oil spilling out of the fill plug when filled. The pinion and carrier bearings feel fine but I will try to get a camera in there to see. The passenger side I am not sure yet as I havent pulled it.