Rear axle diff seals

[scrooge]

I wondered if anyone had an easy way of putting the spring retainer into each half of the diff casings on  the D type axles. I'm using a modern seal and a thin O ring under the seal cup . I use a length of threaded bar to pull the plate on the seal and the assembly bellow the retaining spring groove , but i always have a battle getting the spring clip in.

Normal involves many screwdrivers and not enough hands.

[Chris KC]

Much the same experience here - screwdrivers, pliers and patience. And watch it doesn't ping out into your eye....

[Martin Baker]

I use large (48mm) circlips and big circlip pliers. I've got some spares if it helps. Just PM me and I'll put a couple in the post.

[scrooge]

Thanks  for replies.
I have two 1.5mm cross section O rings on the way from ebay. I am hoping that they will reduce the fight to get the clips in . I've also made a device like a small piston ring compressor from some shimming and a jubilee clip. 

If I fail I may get back to you Martin , and take you up on your kind offer.

[scrooge]

Managed to get it together in the end. I used a 2mm section 39mm ID O ring under the seal cup in the end. And four hands , a length of 1/2" whit stud bar and a vice.

Thanks for circlip offer though.
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