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Axle cover gasket weeping
Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2023 8:50 am
by RichardHyde
Morning all,
I’ve recently removed my axle cover and fitted a new gasket. It appears to leak a little. What’s the best way to seal it properly ?
Thanks, Richard
Re: Axle cover gasket weeping
Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2023 9:24 am
by xvivalve
Use an OE gasket, not aftermarket.
Fit it whilst the gasket is in the horizontal plane
Tighten the bolts incrementally working your way round with opposing bolts.
Re: Axle cover gasket weeping
Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2023 9:45 am
by Magenta Auto Sprint
Also check that the metal around the bolt holes is flat, previous over tightening can distor the gasket face.
Malcolm
Re: Axle cover gasket weeping
Posted: Wed Aug 16, 2023 8:13 am
by bazyerma
Hi
I know people don't like it, but all paper gaskets like that I use blue Hylomar and every had any issues.
Regards
Barry
Re: Axle cover gasket weeping
Posted: Wed Aug 16, 2023 9:50 am
by tony g
I made my own with thick gasket paper, flattened cover around the holes, Used RTV on the cover side and a dab of grease on the axle side (itll be nice and flat on that surface) If I need to remove it the gasket stays on the cover and isnt stuck to the axle. Been fine for a year so far.
Tony