Howdy lilkia - welcome to the forum! I had to lower the front axle assembly to pull the oil pan. It's the only way to get the front of the pan around the pick up tube. I wasn't lowering the diff as a mod. I apologize for the confusion.

I was able to get everything wrapped up today. The front seal leaks no more and everything else is drip-free too. We'll see how things hold up over the miles. But it's looking very good. And that gets me closer to wheelin!!! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> I still have to figure out what to do with the torn CV boots. I might just leave them and fling grease until they're almost dead, then just replace them. I'm tired of turning wrenches right now. I'd rather be turning up dirt... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/evil.gif" alt="" /> Anyhow, I'll work on posting some pics soon. I think they might be useful for anyone wanting to tackle the timing belt, water pump or oil pump. Man, what a pain in the <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/butwiggle.gif" alt="" /> that front seal turned out to be... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/zombie.gif" alt="" />

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