Rear Axel Housing Leak

[tim52]

I replaced the gaskets (new cork) on both rear axel housings and I get drips.

Is there a torque setting or should I have used some sort of gasket sealer?

Thanks,

[Barnyard]

Check to make sure your trans is not over full. Water gets in the trans and can cause oil to leak through the axle tubes.

[Don McCombs]

I think he is talking about the final pans. I use Indianhead shellac on both sides of the gasket. Also flatten the flange on the pans to assure good contact all around.

[tim52]

I replaced the trans oil about the same time and the tractor is not exposed to rain.

I will check for bent metal around the housing holes.

Thanks everyone!

Tim