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Tom Wesenberg · 10-13-2014, 02:25 PM

I agree with # 10, 11, and 12 postings. I don't worry about a small groove in the axle, but smoothing the top edge over as Rowdy suggests is a good idea. Lube the new seal and slip it over the axle and you will likely find it has a good fit to the axle, and will serve it's pupose well. And, face the seal the right direction as Tom suggests.

10-13-2014, 02:25 PM	#14
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: Evaluating rear axles I agree with # 10, 11, and 12 postings. I don't worry about a small groove in the axle, but smoothing the top edge over as Rowdy suggests is a good idea. Lube the new seal and slip it over the axle and you will likely find it has a good fit to the axle, and will serve it's pupose well. And, face the seal the right direction as Tom suggests.