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SportTrac Discussion
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rear end leak at pinion
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<blockquote data-quote="Richard L" data-source="post: 1031483" data-attributes="member: 52972"><p>Hi gary,</p><p></p><p>I'm not sure if the 2001 Sport Trac has this, but most rear differentials have a vent at the top to relieve heat and pressure build up in rear gears. If you suspect that a previous owner may have submerge the axle in salt water while launching a jet-ski, you may have a big problem caused by water entering the vent and contaminating the gear oil in the differential. That has the potential of destroying not only the seals but the bearings and gears. If it did not get in the gear case, it still may have damaged the outer seals and bearings.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>It's also concerning that you heard axle noise when you bought the truck....probably why the previous owner got rid of it. That alone should have sent up red flags.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>I would take off the rear differential cover and examine the gears, seals, and bearings for damage. Especial examine the gear lube for signs of contamination (milky color). If you find any water damage in the gear case, then you should pull the axles and replace the bearings and seals as well.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>....Rich</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Richard L, post: 1031483, member: 52972"] Hi gary, I'm not sure if the 2001 Sport Trac has this, but most rear differentials have a vent at the top to relieve heat and pressure build up in rear gears. If you suspect that a previous owner may have submerge the axle in salt water while launching a jet-ski, you may have a big problem caused by water entering the vent and contaminating the gear oil in the differential. That has the potential of destroying not only the seals but the bearings and gears. If it did not get in the gear case, it still may have damaged the outer seals and bearings. It's also concerning that you heard axle noise when you bought the truck....probably why the previous owner got rid of it. That alone should have sent up red flags. I would take off the rear differential cover and examine the gears, seals, and bearings for damage. Especial examine the gear lube for signs of contamination (milky color). If you find any water damage in the gear case, then you should pull the axles and replace the bearings and seals as well. ....Rich [/QUOTE]
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