1401D Front Axle Leaks

[csnead-HT]

My 1401D is leaking fluild from both front axles, apparently needing new seals. The online parts manual shows several "seal related" parts; items 40, 43, 60, and 65. Are all required for a proper replacement?

 

[Norm-HT]

That's what I would do.

 

[Aaron-HT]

It just depends on how good you want to fix it. You might get away with just the seal but the wear collar might be slightly wore down & the new seal might not fix the problem. I usually recommend the seal, collar, & gasket. Then it is done & you wont have to worry about it for another 30 years.

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After you replace those though you will have a leak on the #38 because the dried out knuckle seals very rarely ever seal again after being apart.

 

[csnead-HT]

Whoa Boy... It looks like I've put the proverbial cart in front of the horse, only in this case, it's the nnalert (me) in front of the tractor. Let me start over and rephrase properly. First, thanks to Norm and Aaron for the feedback.
My 1401D has developed leaks at both front wheels. Seems to have come on suddenly and both sides at the same time. Puddles when parked. What do you suggest for the repair? Thanks again for your help.

P.S. Have another situation I may need to look at while in here, will inquire in a new post.

 

[alan-HT]

Just to make sure, let us know where the leaks originate. You might have to clean the area and look carefully. (One guy tore his front end apart to find the oil leak only to later discover that his coolant was leaking and picking up guck on the way.)

 

[csnead-HT]

Unfortunately, health and circumstances have put this on the back burner for way too long. Front axles still leak, and it is definitely coming from within, not above.
Aside from the proper parts to make the repair, I am looking for guidance as to whether this can be accomplished by a person with reasonable abilities, but not with a complete mechanics shop. Any "special" tools or equipment required for this?
Thanks.

 

[Norm-HT]

If it were mine I would begin topping it off with Lucas Power steering Stop Leak. It's about the same viscosity as 90wt. I have stopped the leak in my'90 chevy power steering cylinder with it for about 5 years, and in my rotory mower gear box main seal for about 2 years.