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Originally Posted by Cpuckett
Question, when replacing the gaskets on the axel housings after setting the gearing up what’s the best gasket sealing to use?
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Generally speaking, the reason you would use a gasket sealant is to make up for bent/uneven/damaged gasket sealing surfaces. Correcting those issues when doing the rear end assemble rebuild eliminates leaks, along with the need for gasket sealers.
Below are a few pictures showing how the axle housing gasket surfaces should be repaired. Use a file on the differential housing to remove the 'proud areas' around each bolt hole, and then follow-up with a hand countersink to clean the perimeter. Don't forget to check run-out in the entire housing itself to ensure the hubs will be in-line with the centerline of the rear end assy.
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