BugEyeBear
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I want to ensure that my axle vents are working OK...
WHY? I recently replaced a rear axle seal on 2 axles, & I do have a weeping pinion seal on one axle (this is the next item on "the list"). So I want to be 100% sure that the vents are not clogged or malfunctioning in any way.
I know the PM says to twist them to dislodge debris, then tap them to ensure that the spring works.
But this still doesn't guarantee that they are working correctly, nor that they aren't clogged below the plunger.
I'm considering removing them, disassembling them, cleaning them, ensuring all the bits are in good condition, and then reinstalling.
But I'm thinking it might just be easier to replace them.
THEN I THINK if I'm gonna go to all that effort, MAYBE I'll relocate the vent valves to a higher location up in the frame.
MAYBE something similar to the install shown by these pics from an earlier post by "breelanr". He used the vent from a 2001 Wrangler rear axle, a 1/8"NPT brass fitting, a length of 5/16 hose, a P-clamp, & mounting hardware.
What is everyone else doing?
Can the stock vents be disassembled, cleaned, & reinstalled?
Are replacements available?
OR is the upgrade the way to go?
IF the upgrade, what is the preferred vent to use?
WHY? I recently replaced a rear axle seal on 2 axles, & I do have a weeping pinion seal on one axle (this is the next item on "the list"). So I want to be 100% sure that the vents are not clogged or malfunctioning in any way.
I know the PM says to twist them to dislodge debris, then tap them to ensure that the spring works.
But this still doesn't guarantee that they are working correctly, nor that they aren't clogged below the plunger.
I'm considering removing them, disassembling them, cleaning them, ensuring all the bits are in good condition, and then reinstalling.
But I'm thinking it might just be easier to replace them.
THEN I THINK if I'm gonna go to all that effort, MAYBE I'll relocate the vent valves to a higher location up in the frame.
MAYBE something similar to the install shown by these pics from an earlier post by "breelanr". He used the vent from a 2001 Wrangler rear axle, a 1/8"NPT brass fitting, a length of 5/16 hose, a P-clamp, & mounting hardware.
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