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suzette bullock

diff cover again

Post by suzette bullock »

My diff cover is leaking as it has rusted a hole in it just around the handbrake rod. I've sent off to CCI for a new diff cover, however they tell me they are out of stock for the next 2/3 weeks. Meanwhile, my baby is leaking oil and I'm getting concerned as I am still using the car, but I do keep having the rear axle oil checked and topped up. Two questions -One, Can i use 'Leak-Fix' to temporarily stop the leaking and two, does anyone know of anywhere else who sells the salisbury type diff covers?
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Suzette Bullock
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Diff Cover

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Unless the oil is absolutely gushing out I woul'dnt worry too much. The oil is quite thick so it tends to stay put. If it is just a few drops on the floor then don't worry - there is a couple of pints of oil in there and it is not suffering as much abuse as the engine oil which is constantly being heated up.
Marco

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Post by Marco »

Well, my diffcover is also pretty rusty. Although it does not seem to be "holier than the pope" ;-)

I think I will go and brush it and afterwards I will apply some Hammerite, a paint you can apply directly onto rusted metal after removing the loose parts. It somehow converts the rust into something more resistable.....

Any experiences with that someone???

Cheers
Marco
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suzette bullock

hammerite

Post by suzette bullock »

Yes - Hammerite is really good stuff, especially the smooth finish. I used the smooth silver hammerite when I filled my rear wheel arches and it's stopped any more decay. I used Hammerite's KURUST before using the hammerite though to kill any rust already there and then painted it with smooth hammerite.
Suzette
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Post by Marco »

Yeah, I think that sounds not bad. Hopefully the cover doesn£t get any holes when I brush it. But after treating it with H. the total decay should be postponed a bit.

Cheers
M
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Hammerite

Post by guitarswet »

If you do use Hammerite make sure you read the instructions on the tine as you must apply the second coat 1-3 hours after the first. Otherwise you have to wait six weeks before re-painting. Believe me I tried ignoring this and ended up with a right old mess!
Marco

Cheers !!!

Post by Marco »

Good to know, will report....

Marco
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