Spearos Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Hello everyone, I have a small leak coming from my rear hub. I've done a little research on here but I am a little confused. First I thought it could be the drive member gasket but upon closer inspection, where this gasket is located it is bone dry - it looks like the oil is actually coming out where the hub cap joins. Could this be a seal or is it possible that a old/damaged hub cap is the culprit? I plan to check the breather first as I understand if this is blocked it can force oil out. I recently changed the axle oil and I remember either the filler or drain plug was weaping quite a bit which was fixed with a bit of PTFE tape - what I'm thinking though is IF the breather is blocked the oil was being forced out the filler/drain plug but now that is 'sealed' the oil is now taking the next easiest route? Possible? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Henson Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 The hub cap should be a tight fit - if it's damaged or loose, then it will leak. A new hub cap needs to be immersed in hot water to soften it, then a film of grease on the inner lip and a thump to get it on. Les. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samtope Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Very recently I had a problem with large oil slicks under the drain plug and a pretty splashed pattern of oil on the inside of the rear wheel. I fitted a new breather which was very easy and cheap and like you packed the drain plug thread with a sealer. It doesnt leak at all now, its a series and not a defender but they all need to breath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spearos Posted November 10, 2008 Author Share Posted November 10, 2008 Good stuff, I'll get a new hub cap, whack that on and check/clear the breather... Then see if it still leaks... Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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