Puma rear wheel seal

[dmdigital]

Had a wonderful, though hot, day out at Cape Arnhem today. Halfway there I noticed a small issue with the back left wheel. This image was taken an hour or so later.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/303.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dmdigital/8310353588/)
Wheel (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dmdigital/8310353588/) by DMdigital (http://www.flickr.com/people/dmdigital/), on Flickr

When I got home it hadn't changed so tomorrow I'll pull the wheel off and check everything. Already checked that the diff breather is clear.

Anyway does anyone know if a 300Tdi rear bearing seal will fit the Puma or are they different?

Also where could I possibly get parts from in the next couple of days? Anywhere in the country or even the UK, just got a feeling most parts places will be closed this week.

[justinc]

Hi Derek! Most likely the rubber cap has had a fit and either come off due to heat, (Yes, a blocked breather can cause this, too) or is just split. At least you know the axle splines are getting lubed.:)
300 Tdi inner hub seal is the same, RTC3511 (preferred) or FTC4785
Hope all is well, regards to you both:)

JC

[dmdigital]

Thanks Justin. I thought they were and I've got these :)

The cap looks OK, but I'll know more when pull the wheel off.

All's well up here, just wish it would rain and cool things down below mid-high 30's and too much sun :(

[justinc]

Also check the axle flange bolts haven't come loose, either:o

JC

[dmdigital]

Well pulled the wheel off for a better look now that its overcast and no longer backing hot. Also checked the diff level and it was good.

The cap was severely cracked and I have now discovered I don't have any spare caps left so I pinched one of the Tdi and put the stuffed on in its place. Off to eBay etc to find some more.

There was a small amount of oil/grease fluid - 2 drops - that came out after I took off the cap. I'm going to see what happens over the next day or so. If I get more coming out then I'll get the seal replaced - just too damed hot to do it myself!