L185DT front axle

[Derek1972]

I am new to this site and I am looking for some help. I recently bought a L185DT and it has a leak on the left front hub assembly. I did not notice it when I bought it as there were no signs of a leak. So, I topped it off. I few weeks later all of a sudden the bearings seize up and there is a gap in the two parts. I buy a used part (original parts discontinued)and have it shipped (not cheap $1000.00) I put it on pour in recommended 80/90w gear oil slowly. Nothing is leaking so, I continue to put in more Fill up both sides and no leaks. I drive it for about an hour and Voila it starts leaking. I am at wits end.

Any help would be appreciated..

 

[rbargeron]

Is the leak in the same location? Which part(s) were replaced? Still have the old parts? Posting a pic might bring some responses.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

I'll PM you a link for the WSM, might help get past the seal issue.

 

[Tooljunkie]

I'll PM you a link for the WSM, might help get past the seal issue.

This will get you on the right track.
A few nuts and bolts and a couple snap rings and
Seals and bearings are not all that hard to change.