Eleven months later and I've still yet to replace the radiator in my '82 SIII 88", but then again I've barely driven it.
I replaced the gear oil in the transmission, transfer box, and differentials a couple weekends ago and noticed something odd regarding the rear diff: it appeared to be over-filled, but with very brown gear oil. My assumption is that the previous owner never checked it after a water crossing or something. It was definitely in a state that could've been contributing to overheating.
With the gear oil replaced and at the correct level, the next thing I'd like to do is make sure the axle breather is functioning correctly. Does it just unscrew from the housing? What size is it (I'll have to borrow a wrench as my adjustable spanner doesn't fit well enough and a socket obviously won't fit over the cap)?
It's just a ball-bearing in there and I need to see if it's stuck, correct?
I replaced the gear oil in the transmission, transfer box, and differentials a couple weekends ago and noticed something odd regarding the rear diff: it appeared to be over-filled, but with very brown gear oil. My assumption is that the previous owner never checked it after a water crossing or something. It was definitely in a state that could've been contributing to overheating.
With the gear oil replaced and at the correct level, the next thing I'd like to do is make sure the axle breather is functioning correctly. Does it just unscrew from the housing? What size is it (I'll have to borrow a wrench as my adjustable spanner doesn't fit well enough and a socket obviously won't fit over the cap)?
It's just a ball-bearing in there and I need to see if it's stuck, correct?
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