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Old 01-02-2021, 11:13 AM
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Default Differential to axle housing gasket?

Is there a gasket for the differential? I'm swapping my differential to a new axle housing, and I'd like to put the proper gasket in there. I've found part diagrams that show a gasket, but don't list the part number... Anybody here know it? Do I have to custom cut something?

Rear axle diagram (part #9 here)

I've also found threads recommending Hylomar 101. Hylomar is not readily available in Canada, and I'd rather not wait for it to ship from Europe if I don't have to. Any alternative recommendations?

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Old 01-02-2021, 12:56 PM
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Don't remember there being a gasket on the Dll...if memory serves me right...it just had an adhesive. The Defender, Dl use a gasket, which is the axle you have pictured...that is not a Dll axle housing, hubs are wrong.

There are plenty of gasket making adhesives that would do the job. Just talk to your local parts store rep.
 
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Old 01-02-2021, 02:06 PM
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clean both mating surfaces. Use good quality gasket maker.
 
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Yep, a little RTV is all you need. Generally I get Ultra Grey RTV because it works pretty well with most everything.
 
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Usually, my go-to gasket adhesive/maker is ultra gray prematex, especially for aluminum surfaces...but for axle housings...

https://www.permatex.com/products/ga...-gasket-maker/

Holds up better to rear end dope.
 

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