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mini Anaconda



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Leaking lower swivel pin
I have a leak from my lower swivel pin which I need to fix. I have bought the relevant gasket but I'm not sure if its ok to just remove the pin. clean, fit new gasket and re-fit the lower pin. Is it as straight forward as that or is some sort of disaster likely to happen? I should mention its a Discovery 1 axle if that makes any difference?
Thanks in advance. BORG - Bucks & Oxon 4x4 Response Group
Post #728140 9th Sep 2018 7:09pm
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hank



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It is as straightforward as that. Remember to put a bowl underneath to catch the oil/grease that will flow out and get yourself a pack of 'one shot' grease to refresh the swivel lube afterwards.

Also support the hub assembly too so the top swivel is not taking all the weight

Preload is adjusted with shims on the top swivel so you shouldn't need to readjust that if you're only playing with the bottom swivel.

Go for it - 20 minute job from getting the jack out to putting the jack away again Thumbs Up
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mini Anaconda



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Thanks for the reply & advice.
Will give it a go when I get a chance. BORG - Bucks & Oxon 4x4 Response Group
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NickMc



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Some years have an o-ring on the lower pin.
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Ramsay



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let me know when Dylan and I can give you a hand. 1995 Defender 110 CSW
1971 SIIA Lightweight
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