Dana 44 Pinion Seal Questions

[ilovemaui]

My front pinion seal is leaking pretty bad. I've done a few searches and found some that they say the nut needs to be torqued to 200 ft/lbs and others that say to count the exposed threads before removal and put it back to the same. Looking for correct advice.

 

[fordtrucksrule]

the dana 44 has shims between the pinion bearings so all you need to do is torque it to 200 ft lbs

 

[KyleQ]

Put an impact on it and give it hell - never failed me

 

[ilovemaui]

Tried and failed today to get the nut off. Too much for my whimpy impact driver. Tried a breaker bar and still no luck. Any suggestions?

 

[bknbronco]

breaker bar with a 4 foot pipe on the end! Id say add some heat but that might not be such a great idea? Since your replacing the seal maybe there is nothing heat can destroy. Heat is usually the best way to remove stubborn nuts and bolts

 

[broncosbybart]

IF it was locktited, heat would help. You don't want a ton of heat just enough to get the nut nice and toasty. Otherwise, put the wheels on the ground, engage the hubs, and use a breaker bar, or spend some cash on a nice air gun. I prefer the latter, as it will see regular use.

 

[73azbronco]

PB Blaster!

Electric Dewalt impact wrench, a lifesaver.

 

[ilovemaui]

Went to Lowes and picked up a Cobalt air wrench, heated the bolt and it came right off. Installed the new seal and I hoping that problem is fixed