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JM 35 Sedan · 12-21-2018, 07:13 AM

It's tough to give an accurate opinion based on viewing pictures on a small cell phone screen, but here's my opinion:
The rust pitting on center axle would need to be cleaned up, or you could consider relocating the lip seal a bit axially, so the lip rides on a different area of the axle.

I would also be concerned about the keyways, tapers, and threads on those, or any axles you plan to use on your rebuilds. I would suggest having those areas carefully checked before attempting any assembly.

12-21-2018, 07:13 AM	#2
JM 35 Sedan Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Near Rising Sun, Maryland Posts: 10,876	Re: Banjo Axle Question - Where There’s Wear It's tough to give an accurate opinion based on viewing pictures on a small cell phone screen, but here's my opinion: The rust pitting on center axle would need to be cleaned up, or you could consider relocating the lip seal a bit axially, so the lip rides on a different area of the axle. I would also be concerned about the keyways, tapers, and threads on those, or any axles you plan to use on your rebuilds. I would suggest having those areas carefully checked before attempting any assembly. __________________ *John* *"Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than one with all the facts". Albert Einstein*