Disco 2 Front driveshaft seal leaking again and again and again!!!!!!!

davethebuilder · Thursday at 07:33

Hi All
I'm rely ****ed off with this problem because it's a pain to keep changing this seal . I've fitted three non genuine seals that have all leaked all at different rates the last non genuine only leaked slightly I wish I left it at that. But then I thought I'll buy a genuine seal at about ten times the cost so it should solve my problem but it leaks more than non genuine so what a let down. There is no sign off damage or wear on drive shaft where the seal sits has anyone got over this pain in the ass problem? Is there a super dooper seal made by anyone that cures this problem I would love to know any help would be gladly appreciated or do I try second hand drive shaft and another crap seal?
Thanks everyone

Stanleysteamer · Thursday at 15:38

davethebuilder said:
Hi All
I'm rely ****ed off with this problem because it's a pain to keep changing this seal . I've fitted three non genuine seals that have all leaked all at different rates the last non genuine only leaked slightly I wish I left it at that. But then I thought I'll buy a genuine seal at about ten times the cost so it should solve my problem but it leaks more than non genuine so what a let down. There is no sign off damage or wear on drive shaft where the seal sits has anyone got over this pain in the ass problem? Is there a super dooper seal made by anyone that cures this problem I would love to know any help would be gladly appreciated or do I try second hand drive shaft and another crap seal?
Thanks everyone

There have been posts on exactly this problem so you are not on your own and not going barmy.

i cannot remember much about it but I have a feeling @sierrafery found an answer, i.e. a seal that worked and also how the problem comes about.
But as for the "genuine" seal, I'd send it back demanding reimbursement.
Do hope you find a solution.

Stanleysteamer · 2025-06-20T15:16:28+0100

If you click on this you'll find there have been quite a few threads on this problem.

Search results for query: half-shaft seal

www.landyzone.co.uk

Mark Piercy · 2025-06-20T19:16:44+0100

What's the sealing face like on the shaft?
Is it scored and if it is can you rub some emery cloth around to smooth it out. If you can get a finger nail in a score line it may be needing to be changed

Andy Warren · 2025-06-20T19:37:44+0100

Sorry you've had so much aggro. That was one of the first jobs I had to do on mine back in 2021 & I think it was NAK seal I used on SF's recommendation & it's been fine since. As said I did go over the shaft sealing area with some fine wet n dry. If I can find the receipt for the seals I'll post it up, all the best.

davethebuilder · 2025-06-20T22:02:33+0100

Stanleysteamer said:
There have been posts on exactly this problem so you are not on your own and not going barmy.

i cannot remember much about it but I have a feeling @sierrafery found an answer, i.e. a seal that worked and also how the problem comes about.
But as for the "genuine" seal, I'd send it back demanding reimbursement.
Do hope you find a solution.

Thanks stanleysteamer

davethebuilder · 2025-06-20T22:04:09+0100

Andy Warren said:
Sorry you've had so much aggro. That was one of the first jobs I had to do on mine back in 2021 & I think it was NAK seal I used on SF's recommendation & it's been fine since. As said I did go over the shaft sealing area with some fine wet n dry. If I can find the receipt for the seals I'll post it up, all the best.

Thanks Andy will try a nak next time

davethebuilder · 2025-06-20T22:07:41+0100

Mark Piercy said:
What's the sealing face like on the shaft?
Is it scored and if it is can you rub some emery cloth around to smooth it out. If you can get a finger nail in a score line it may be needing to be changed

It looks fine it's just doing my head in Thanks for replying Mark

Mark Piercy · 2025-06-20T22:09:43+0100

No problem my mate. Are the seals sat flush with the outer casing or set back. Landrover had a habit of setting seals into some casings by 4-5mm and then some sat flush with casing faces

Mark Piercy · 2025-06-20T22:11:37+0100

Are you putting a touch of grease on the inner lip before assembly?
The argument is that if you use oil it can create a gateway for oil to escape and that before we get to ptfe plastic seals and their dry resting period

davethebuilder · 2025-06-20T22:18:57+0100

Mark I've tried silicone grease normal grease coperslip but not KY jelly yet Ha Ha
Thanks Mark

davethebuilder · 2025-06-20T22:22:43+0100

Mark Piercy said:
No problem my mate. Are the seals sat flush with the outer casing or set back. Landrover had a habit of setting seals into some casings by 4-5mm and then some sat flush with casing faces

Flush Mark

Tim C · 2025-06-20T22:49:51+0100

Is the axle breather clear?

Mark Piercy · 2025-06-21T07:21:58+0100

Tim C said:
Is the axle breather clear?

A good call

davethebuilder · 2025-06-21T08:39:09+0100

Tim C said:
Is the axle breather clear?

Didn't think of that I'll check thanks

Anaconda · 2025-06-21T11:53:16+0100

It's the seals, they are rubbish, it's quite well documented for years.
We fitted "OEM" both leaked almost straight away. Out of principle I made the supplier refund the money.
Bought 2 NAK seals, damaged one as they are a very tight fit into the axle tub. Fitted the spare one and it's been fine since.
Of course I also found out this info when I was in the same position as you.

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