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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 08:39 PM
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Has anyone tried this and did it work? Any Ill affects from using it?

http://www.amazon.com/White-Shepherd...pr_product_top

I also read on here to use Redline 75W90 HP gear oil to stop the leak.
Mine doesn't drip on the floor but I did see evidence on the cross member.

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the reviews seem to support it working.
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the reviews seem to support it working.
I'm nervous that it might cause some kind of damage? I know someone on here has tried it I'm sure.
What about the Redline oil? Has that helped anyone?
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Using Redline gear fluid will not eliminate an axle seal leak.
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Thanks BZ.
Anyone use the White-Shepherd?
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Originally Posted by SSTG
Mine doesn't drip on the floor but I did see evidence on the cross member.

Thanks Guys!
Could be it's just the differential vent puking fluid now and then.

To determine exactly where the leak is coming from, you'll have to clean up all the residue and then drive it a bit and reinspect to see where the new fluid shows up. If it's an axle seal, you'll see that pretty clearly with the inspection.
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Could be it's just the differential vent puking fluid now and then.
To determine exactly where the leak is coming from, you'll have to clean up all the residue and then drive it a bit and reinspect to see where the new fluid shows up. If it's an axle seal, you'll see that pretty clearly with the inspection.
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