Diff Leak after service (pics inside)
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Diff Leak after service (pics inside)
So a while back before I put my car into storage I changed the diff fluid out, and I used a Fel Pro gasket just because I have never had one leak on me before. I cleaned off all the surfaces extremely well and then tightened the bolts down in a criss-cross pattern, however I noticed the seal is leaking. I'd rather not have to do this all over again and it leak on me again, so is this small of a leak (more of a seep really) okay to drive on? To me since it's not dripping and a small amount of fluid can appear to be a lot it would be okay to drive and routinely check the fluid level, however I wanted to get a second opinion.
P.S. on the ground that is water from my exhaust, no leak over there
P.S. on the ground that is water from my exhaust, no leak over there
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True, if there are no drips on the ground you should be ok. Keep tabs on it periodically so you can see it progress. Next time use a light coat of Ultra Black RTV on both sides of the gasket and you'll be leak free.