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1993 Camry DX 5speed passenger side trans seal leak

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Old Jan 29, 2015 | 01:23 PM
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Question 1993 Camry DX 5speed passenger side trans seal leak

I have a problem, I have replaced an axle seal twice after replacing a CV shaft with a remanufactured one on my S51 manual transmission. I can assure that the seal has been installed properly and it is the correct seal. Could the cause of this leak be from a poorly machined Autozone reman (cardone) axle? I'm thinking that the mating surface area on the shaft is not creating a sufficient seal, thus causing a leak. Is that feasible? I am hating gear oil very much after this one!
 
Old Jan 29, 2015 | 11:45 PM
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It is possible.
You could try another manufacturer or have a trusted mechanic take a peak for you to verify.
Did you replace the seal yourself?
 
Old Jan 30, 2015 | 10:54 AM
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My best friend is the head mechanic at my shop, and i was there with him when the 2nd seal was replaced. I was told by a couple folks that this could be the issue. It did not leak when the original shaft was in the vehicle. Thank you for the reply. I will try a brand new shaft from an alternate source and give an update. I feel that I am not the only one who has experienced this issue.
 
Old Jan 30, 2015 | 08:47 PM
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Sorry to hear about the trouble.
I think returning the 'defective' one and trying another brand is the right choice.
Please post back with your results.
 
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