<VV> While it's apart..! 1964 convertible

[Frank DuVal]

These three seals can be replaced easily without removing the drivetrain.

The selector shaft seal originally had a lip that can be caught with a 
screwdriver to pry it out. Replacements do not have the lip, so drive a 
small screwdriver into the seal and pry it out.

The axle seals can be removed with a proper seal puller, or a large 
screwdriver inserted through the axle hole. Pry in several places if 
they are stubborn. Usually they pop right out.

Gasket between trans and diff replace only if it is leakng.

Most important is the input shaft seal in the differential snout. Also a 
new retainer or if the old one looks good, pry it open slightly for a 
snug fit in the snout. A deep socket works good for installing the seal 
and retaining ring.

Check the pilot bushing for wear using the input shaft. Replace if 
necessary. Or replace "just because".

Frank DuVal

Kerry and jan B wrote:

> Hi,
>
> While I have the engine.transmission apart (I don't ever want to do 
> this again!) I would like to replace the selector shaft seal and the 
> two half shaft seals. Are they hard to change? Any tips? Should I 
> bother with the gasket between the trans and differential??
>
> Kerry
>