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I replaced my axle seals on a 2004 Nissan Titan 4wd w/ TruTrac.
Parts:
Timken Set 10 axle bearings (the Timken catalog lists Set 80 for the bigger axles on the newer trucks) The Timken Set 10 bearing includes the bearing, race and retainer all in one package. I bought these for about $28 each, free shipping from Amazon.
Nissan Axle Seals Part No. 43252-7S200 I bought two of these for $22.71 each + $12.50 total shipping
NOTE: Although one forum member advises that he used rear axle seal NATIONAL Part # 100712V and online sources indicate that this is the correct part, other members report that this seal will not work. I recommend getting the axle seal from Nissan.
UPDATE: Nissan 2004-2007 OEM seal: largest OD = about 2.9 inches ------ ID = about 1.9 inches ------ height from bottom of cylinder to top most edge of seal = about 0.6 inch There is a little annular coil spring around the periphery of the ID. The seal is made from a combination of metal and rubber.
The Nissan OEM seal has the number 52765 which I suspect might be a Dana part number. See page 107 of this pdf: http://www2.dana.com/pdf/X510-6.pdf
I found another potential aftermarket seal for cheap at Randy's Ring and Pinion, this seal is not verified as working, AFAIK.
http://www.ringpinion.com/ProductDetails.aspx?ProdID=8760&Product=YMS9912&Brand=Yukon_Mighty_Seal
Another possibility, unverified seal, check with vendor before purchase:
http://www.justdifferentials.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=2556
UPDATE: The justdifferentials seal has now been confirmed as working.
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/tit...seals-leaks-please-report-43.html#post2746461
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/tit...seals-leaks-please-report-43.html#post2757993
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/tit...vetrain/117436-front-pinion-seal-how-fix.htmlROCK AUTO HAS THE BEST PRICES
The cheapest place I have found to get parts is www.rockauto.com
the bearing/race/spacer for $26.79 National A10 (need one per side)
the brake shoes for $39.79 for both sides Beck/Arnley 0813204 (they show 4 shoes in the pic and there are two on each side)
the parking brake springs & clips for about $15 for both sides
Check the Rock Auto section of the forum for the current discount code. 5% discount running at the time of this post.
Chemicals (etc.)
Brake Cleaner - 2 cans from Walmart
Permatex Ultra Black RTV
Permatex thread sealant for the diff drain plug
Alcohol - to clean the ABS sensor
75/140 Synthetic Gear Oil
Hand Cleaner
Paper Towels and/or Rags
Wire (or something else to temporarily attach brake calipers to leaf springs)
Reference Materials:
Sections PB and RAX from the manual.
D44 Axle Shaft Removal and Overhaul - 1
Local Shop to press new bearings on axle shafts.
DISCLAIMER:
I DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU ATTEMPT TO REPLACE YOUR OWN AXLE SEALS AND BEARINGS, THIS IS JUST A JOURNAL OF WHAT I DID.
SAFETY NOTES:
1. Working on a vehicle that is jacked up is dangerous. The truck weighs around 5,500 lbs and can fall off the jack stands, the jack stands can fail, the jack can fail. I am careful to use good quality heavy duty jack stands and a heavy duty jack that is in good working order. I carefully inspect the jack and jack stands to make sure that the vehicle is adequately supported.
2. Eye protection. I used safety glasses at all times and a full face shield while drilling and operating a cutoff tool.
3. Hazardous chemicals. Gear oil and brake cleaner is hazardous by skin contact and inhalation. I wore chemical resistant gloves when working in contact with brake cleaner. I worked outside for good ventilation. I probably should have worn a respirator.
4. Hand protection. Working on vehicles can lead to cuts and abrasion of your hands. I wore gloves.
Video of Frontier axle seal/bearing replacement using 12 ton Harbor Freight press:
Parts:
Timken Set 10 axle bearings (the Timken catalog lists Set 80 for the bigger axles on the newer trucks) The Timken Set 10 bearing includes the bearing, race and retainer all in one package. I bought these for about $28 each, free shipping from Amazon.
Nissan Axle Seals Part No. 43252-7S200 I bought two of these for $22.71 each + $12.50 total shipping
NOTE: Although one forum member advises that he used rear axle seal NATIONAL Part # 100712V and online sources indicate that this is the correct part, other members report that this seal will not work. I recommend getting the axle seal from Nissan.
UPDATE: Nissan 2004-2007 OEM seal: largest OD = about 2.9 inches ------ ID = about 1.9 inches ------ height from bottom of cylinder to top most edge of seal = about 0.6 inch There is a little annular coil spring around the periphery of the ID. The seal is made from a combination of metal and rubber.
The Nissan OEM seal has the number 52765 which I suspect might be a Dana part number. See page 107 of this pdf: http://www2.dana.com/pdf/X510-6.pdf
I found another potential aftermarket seal for cheap at Randy's Ring and Pinion, this seal is not verified as working, AFAIK.
http://www.ringpinion.com/ProductDetails.aspx?ProdID=8760&Product=YMS9912&Brand=Yukon_Mighty_Seal
Another possibility, unverified seal, check with vendor before purchase:
http://www.justdifferentials.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=2556
UPDATE: The justdifferentials seal has now been confirmed as working.
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/tit...seals-leaks-please-report-43.html#post2746461
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/tit...seals-leaks-please-report-43.html#post2757993
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/tit...vetrain/117436-front-pinion-seal-how-fix.htmlROCK AUTO HAS THE BEST PRICES
The cheapest place I have found to get parts is www.rockauto.com
the bearing/race/spacer for $26.79 National A10 (need one per side)
the brake shoes for $39.79 for both sides Beck/Arnley 0813204 (they show 4 shoes in the pic and there are two on each side)
the parking brake springs & clips for about $15 for both sides
Check the Rock Auto section of the forum for the current discount code. 5% discount running at the time of this post.
Chemicals (etc.)
Brake Cleaner - 2 cans from Walmart
Permatex Ultra Black RTV
Permatex thread sealant for the diff drain plug
Alcohol - to clean the ABS sensor
75/140 Synthetic Gear Oil
Hand Cleaner
Paper Towels and/or Rags
Wire (or something else to temporarily attach brake calipers to leaf springs)
Reference Materials:
Sections PB and RAX from the manual.
D44 Axle Shaft Removal and Overhaul - 1
Local Shop to press new bearings on axle shafts.
DISCLAIMER:
I DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU ATTEMPT TO REPLACE YOUR OWN AXLE SEALS AND BEARINGS, THIS IS JUST A JOURNAL OF WHAT I DID.
SAFETY NOTES:
1. Working on a vehicle that is jacked up is dangerous. The truck weighs around 5,500 lbs and can fall off the jack stands, the jack stands can fail, the jack can fail. I am careful to use good quality heavy duty jack stands and a heavy duty jack that is in good working order. I carefully inspect the jack and jack stands to make sure that the vehicle is adequately supported.
2. Eye protection. I used safety glasses at all times and a full face shield while drilling and operating a cutoff tool.
3. Hazardous chemicals. Gear oil and brake cleaner is hazardous by skin contact and inhalation. I wore chemical resistant gloves when working in contact with brake cleaner. I worked outside for good ventilation. I probably should have worn a respirator.
4. Hand protection. Working on vehicles can lead to cuts and abrasion of your hands. I wore gloves.
Video of Frontier axle seal/bearing replacement using 12 ton Harbor Freight press:
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