Recent content by WarRig

TM Volume 3 Chapter 10.3 Differential Spider Assembly Replacement. So I will be removing the wheel end hub assembly and check for abnormalities as NDT recommended. I really hope it is just a reseal since I have no idea where to get the internal gears and if they are commercially available...

Sounds good. I am going to wait and open up the hub with a friend. I have read through the operators manual but am now just getting into the technical manuals.

I have a homecoming parade about 30 miles up the road on Friday, it has run good and I drove it up last year. Can I fill the hub up with the 85w90 and drive it even though it has been getting hot to the touch or is it better to get into it?

That was my 1st post so this is all new to me although I ve been reading the posts for a year. You guys rock with how much you know by the way so if my rear hub is leaking should I fill it from the hub or from the differentials? also what does the leak indicate a bearing or something bigger.

I have a 1078 and have read about the hubs getting hot but I cant find the posts. I got a hold of it last year and the rear hub had a slight drip. It has continued to slowly leak staining the wheel a tad. It gets hot to the touch after driving it and the others do not. The question is can I...