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torque inner nut to 50 ft.lbs., back off 1/16 to 1/4 turn, install locking plate, torque outer nut to 100-200 ft.lbs., install axle shaft, torque outer hub bolts to around 80 ft.lbs., re-install tires and call it a day. Just did this 2 days ago so the TM info is fresh in my mind.

:ditto:I just replaced one of my seals yesterday for the same reason. Once oil makes it out of the back side of the hub, the grease at minimum has been diluted / thinned by the gear oil and you're bearings should be cleaned and repacked. I'm also a simple guy who likes piece of mind of knowing...