1958 Speedster

[Dan Carter]

Hello - I own a 1958 Speedster. I found a pool of oil under and around the right rear tire. it appears an axle tube seal is leaking. Is this a do-able at home repair? Anyone have a step by step for me? Thanks D.

[Ron LaDow]

Dan,
It certainly has been done in a home shop, but what manuals do you have for your car?
Thanks,
Ron LaDow

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From: SPEEDSTERDAN
To: 356talk@356registry.com
Subject: [356Talk] 1958 Speedster
Date: Sun, 8 Jun 2008 07:42:02 -0700


Hello - I own a 1958 Speedster. I found a pool of oil under and
around the right rear tire. it appears an axle tube seal is
leaking. Is this a do-able at home repair? Anyone have a step by
step for me? Thanks D. [Question]

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Dan Carter




Thanks,
Ron LaDow

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[Dan Carter]

I have an Autobooks #827. Covers 356A - 1965. Has a bit of info but doesn't have great pics.

I know the axle nut can be tough to get off. I have no neumatic tools. I used to use a long pipe. Also I don't own any pullers. My book shows a a machine "pressing out race of outer bearing from disc brake hub" - My book covers drum brake removal but not disc and I have disc..

I just don't want to proceed without more knowledge and a plan. Any input you could offer is greatly appreciated.

Dan

[Norm Miller]

Dan,

You first need to clean it up and then see if you can pinpoint the exact spot it's leaking.
If it is the tube i would advise taking it to a qualified VW repair shop as you will need a special press fixture to remove and install the casting from the tube.
It could be the inner bearing too and that isn't an easy job without a special puller plus you run the risk of knocking the fulcrum plates off the axle and then it's a long paddle up a well know creek reinstalling them.
In a nut shell "it ain't a good place to start learning"

Norm

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