New guy from Miami

[ozzy308]

While changing the front brakes found lots of water in the axel. What is the best way to clean it out with out taking it apart? I was going to flush it with parts cleaner. Is this a good idea? Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Recovry4x4]

Welcone aboard. Exactly where did you find this water?

 

[Heavysteven]

Agreed, there should not be water in the front hubs or axles

 

[ozzy308]

I agree there shouldn’t be any water in the axel! When I remove the oil fill plug too check oil level too much oil came out so I remove the drain plug that’s when a lot of water came out .

 

[John S-B]

Well if it's got water in one, you'll have to check them all. Wheel bearings will all have to be checked and repacked. I never pulled a differential, but depending on how long that water's been in there, they may need more than just flushed out.

 

[Recovry4x4]

As far as the differential, drain it and let it drip for quite a while. Refill them with fresh GO and take them for a nice long ride, preferrably at highway speed. Most of the remaining condensation/water will evaporate off. A second change would be better if you can afford it.

 

[glcaines]

Welcome to Steel Soldiers! I would also check the axel vents or perhaps even replace them. If you do replace them check the new ones to make sure they aren't stuck.

I would also recommend using a different font color - your posts are difficult to read.

 

[armytruck63]

I sincerely hope this is fresh water and not salt water. If there is water in the differential, most likely your wheel bearings are contaminated as well. And like Recovry4x4 said, change the differential oil, take the truck on a 50 mile drive at highway speed to get things nice and hot, and change the oil again.