One more Ferret Gear-Box/Transfer-Case question.....

[Richard Farrant]

Originally Posted by Chris Preston

Hi Richard,

Thanks for the reply. We didn't renew the oil seals and I'm unable to answer on their condition (of the oil seals on the output flanges), or wear grooves on the seal paths, as we were working on replacing the transmission brake bands and a broken bus-bar spring. The breather holes on the top of the dip-stick were cleaned out by me, but I'll check again to make sure they're not fouled.

Our mechanic did mention that the next time we pull the unit we may have to replace the bearings, but in the meantime - which is the correct "snake-oil" to use as a short-term fix?

Cheers,

Chris

Chris,
No idea which bearings your mechanic is referring to, but I assume the leaks are from the drive flanges and these can be rectified relatively easily, by removing the flange, then seal housing, change the seal and reassemble.
The "snake oil", that was a joking reference to the Lucas additive you mentioned. There are products that will swell worn seals, but in long run it is better to do the job properly, especially as leaks make a mess in the hull.