Axle end/ESOF/seal rebuild

Spastik monkey · Feb 25, 2013

Is there anyone that offer a wheel end seal kit? My ESOF hubs have stopped working. It's something in the hubs. I'd like to rebuild the entire thing (all o rings and seals). Is there anyone that offers a complete rebuild kit? Hell, I'd buy a rebuilt set of stub axles if I have to.

6.0 p-stroke · Feb 25, 2013

I think you have to buy a complete hub assembly, I'm pretty sure they're non-serviceable.

Spastik monkey · Feb 26, 2013

I just replaced the hubs, ball joints and all tie rods. Esof stopped working after
The seals seemed to be a bit worn on the stubs. I greased them, but I think they're done

6.0 p-stroke · Feb 26, 2013

Are you talking about the dust seal? I believe they have to be pressed on/off the axle, but I'm not exactly sure that will fix your problem.

Spastik monkey · Feb 26, 2013

I mean all of em. Orings. Dust seals. The works

6.0 p-stroke · Feb 26, 2013

Maybe someone else can help a little more than me. I'm about to do the same front end work so hopefully someone can shed a little more light on this.

DEEZUZ · Feb 26, 2013

the seals on axle have to be pressed.

Mdub707 · Feb 26, 2013

I'd start here, more often than not it's a vacuum leak...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoI-BbisYEs

Lassie · Feb 26, 2013

The knuckle seal is what you will need. Part # F81Z-3254-CB Fits 99- 04.
Special tool can be made out of 2" pipe and floor flange to press it in.

There is also a unit bearing seal and locking hub oring that can cause loss of vaccuum. Knuckle seal is usual culprit though.