2003 Tahoe Front Diff Leak

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Dantheman-2003

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My 03 Tahoe has a leak on the front diff. I just had this re-geared rebuilt about 10 months ago at a shop here in Sacramento. Looks like it’s dripping from the rear where the driveline connects. The work is still under warranty, just wanted to get an opinion here as to why it would leak this soon after a rebuild. The truck has a 6” lift on 35’s. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Dan
 

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Scottydoggs

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thats a leaking seal for sure. ive had seals that were old from sitting on the shelf for years leak on me in the past. you can see thats been leaking for a long while now. take it back have it addressed.
 

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I agree with @Scottydoggs about the leak. Old seals on shelves and also, could have been damaged when installing yoke. I like to grease the seal before yoke install so it all slides smoothly in there. Installing dry can cause the rubber seal to grab and distort.
 

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