I need a little advice from a Jag expert on what to do to this stub axle to stop
oil from seeping from the bottom of the flange.
History: about 18 months ago, I changed out the center brake style rear end for the much superior ERA outboard brake design. At that time I replaced the axle seals, as they had been fried by brake heat from the inboard brake rotors ... heavy track use
Now it has started seeping, but not from the axle seal (thank goodness), but from the seam between the axle flange and the diff housing. There is an o-ring there that I suspected. You can see it in the pic below.
But the o-ring looks fine. Then I noticed this hole about .125" dia that is more than an inch deep and seems to go into the outer bearing housing. Apparently, this hole is blocked off when the flange is bolted up. What the heck is it for? Assembly lube when the bearing is replaced?
The mating surface on the housing (see other pic) seems to have had some sealant on it once before. Am I supposed to plug the little hole with sealant? I can't find a reference to this in my Jag literature.
I am inclined to seal it up and re-assemble. But I thought I would give you guys a chance to vote
Thanks loads!
Sam
