If you use accessories such as installation tools or grease containers, it is just as important to ensure they are taken care of. A good practice is to cover grease containers with a sealable lid when not in use. In doing so, you reduce the risk of dirt contaminating the grease and, subsequently, your oil seal.
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Coat the sump flange with gasket-sealant and fit the flat parts of the gasket to it, ensuring that they are exactly positioned and joined.
Leather oil seals are commonly used for parts that are exposed to dirt and poor lubrication. The major advantage of this material is that it can function in cases where synthetic rubber cannot function. They are used for shafts that have rough surfaces that are more than what rubber seals can handle. This is because they are pre-lubricated and have the capacity to absorb liquids.