I've got my axles apart to the point that I can replace the seals and bearings~ that was my initial intent.
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However, I've found that (this is my first time) in order to take the knuckle off, I need to remove the steering arms.

I think the knuckle bearings are in good shape but the felt seal on the back of the birf is not in good shape. (EDIT: this is not my seal, it's a pic I linked too).
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I'm not crazy about the idea of taking the steering arms off, then the knuckle and then having to put it all back togther just for that felt seal.

I think the inner axle seal will keep the diff fluid from getting to the felt wiper and the grease in the birf itself is pretty thick, so it might not come out that way either. But maybe I'll be letting water and contaminants in if I don't replace it.

It looks like alot of work to get that knuckle off and then on again and I'm wondering if y'all have any insight into this, any advice?