Transmissions without springs behind axle flanges: Notes

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Replacing seals on transmissions with springs behind axle flanges, see TRANSMISSIONS WITH SPRINGS BEHIND AXLE FLANGES .

Seal dimensions:

Fig 1: Identifying Axle Flange Oil Seal Dimensions

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Diameter -a- = 40.0 mm (1.575 in.)
Height -b- = 10.0 mm (0.394 in.)

NOTE: Also refer to General Repair Instructions, see General repair instructions