Differential leak

[Turkey Hunter]

Well I noticed my differentials leakin today. Does anyone know of a website wher I can order a gasket for around the cover. I'd rather not use silicone. Thanks

 

[The Batman]

try the link i posted in the specialized ford parts thread...

 

[The Batman]

http://www.fordfullsize.com/forum/showthread.php?t=119

 

[westtnfx4]

You can also use the orange RTV gasket. Really good stuff. I use it on my wheeling rigs...

 

[The Batman]

i have that cork gasket material at my shop i keep just for these things

 

[VanoFord]

I have always used the silicone gasket maker from Autozone and never had a leak or issue. Just follow the instructions, and works like a charm. Make sure you get the "maker" as there is another but wont form to a hardened bead.

 

[Turkey Hunter]

Thanks man. I called them but they needed the code off the tag on the cover so ill have to call them back later.

 

[Turkey Hunter]

Well ill probably just put a silicone gasket on tomorrow since I have almost a whole tube in my garage. And I'm just gonna reuse the fluid because its only been in there a year and a half.

 

[bobkyle2]

i would just use silicone.. make sure theres no cantanamints in your oil... if oil is leaking out ... other stuff can leak in..... i would go ahead and replace it.. just my 2 cents

 

[VanoFord]

Well ill probably just put a silicone gasket on tomorrow since I have almost a whole tube in my garage. And I'm just gonna reuse the fluid because its only been in there a year and a half.

Re-using the oil? You're saving what, $25 bucks? And you are supposed to change your Rear end every 15k.

Engine = 5k ($30)
Rear Diff = 15k ($45)
Trans = 25k ($80-120)

These routine maintenance intervals will make for a long lasting powertrain.