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Rear seal removal

Tiny
DALEG1980
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  • 1991 FORD F-250
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So I converted my truck rear from 3/4 ton to a 1 ton. It started to leak at the wheels. I took of the hub to change the seal and now I am stuck. I did my front seals yesterday that was easy. But now I am lost. I don't know what to do about the metal ring that seems to be stuck on both sides I am guessing. So what am I suppose to replace or how to remove? Don't want to mess anything up. Please help.
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Thursday, November 14th, 2019 AT 3:31 PM

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Tiny
DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

I've re-attached your picture below with a red arrow. What your finger is holding, Is this the seal giving you trouble?Hope this helps and get back to me when you can. Thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Thursday, November 14th, 2019 AT 5:49 PM
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Okay, that ring is behind that other ring around the spindle is that part of it too. Can I just cut the ring that is loose?
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Thursday, November 14th, 2019 AT 7:08 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello again,

Both those pieces of the bearing/seal need to come off. The part on the shaft is somewhat press fit. You might want to use some type of a puller tool you can rent at an auto parts store for removal. That piece that is stuck is part of the bearing assembly. After removal the seal will just slip off. Hope this helps and feel free to ask any further questions if needed. Thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Friday, November 15th, 2019 AT 5:03 PM
Tiny
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Got it off. There was two pieces on the shaft an one in the hub. Just now got the first one done. Do have a question. I tighten the spindle ring and brought it back 10 clicks the wheel spun better than bringing it back 8 clicks. Should it be easy to spin or a little tough. I reused the bearings they were fine and not burnt. And the rings for the bearings was not pitted or rigged. Sorry don't know the terms for all parts.
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Friday, November 15th, 2019 AT 5:37 PM
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Hello again.

Yes, should spin freely but not have any drag. Long as there is no free play. Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Friday, November 15th, 2019 AT 5:44 PM
Tiny
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Thanks. Looks like I have to bring it back some more it seems like it still has drag. Drag means it feels like it is being slightly held by brakes. Figuratively speaking. Right?
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Friday, November 15th, 2019 AT 5:51 PM
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Hello,

Yep, no drag- freewheel with no play.
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Friday, November 15th, 2019 AT 5:58 PM
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Awesome. You have been a great help. I am proud that I have succeeded with your help. Much appreciated. Finishing up the other side and have tons of cleaning these brakes and drums. Thanks again Danny.
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Friday, November 15th, 2019 AT 6:10 PM
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DANNY L
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You're welcome!

Let me know if you have any follow up questions. Thanks again for using 2CarPros and please feel free to use us again in the future.
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Friday, November 15th, 2019 AT 6:25 PM
Tiny
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After 3 days the one wheel is still leaking and I used the national seals. Not as much as prior but still leaking. Should I get a new seal or is there another problem?
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Friday, November 22nd, 2019 AT 4:49 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello again.

It's possible you did get a defective seal. It happens sometimes. Just be sure not to damage upon installation thus creating a leak. Bummer that you have to do repair again.I'm having an issue like that now with my steering column. Grr ! Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Friday, November 22nd, 2019 AT 2:24 PM
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Okay. Thank you. Best of luck to you.
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 4:33 AM
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You're welcome! Let me know how things turn out. Thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:01 PM

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