The picture is deceiving. While driving the oil leaks onto the driveshaft. The spin of the shaft is throwing most of the oil towards the drive side of the truck. I hear you about damaging the seals though. When I dropped it the second time, I noticed the passenger seal was damaged. Pretty sure, I caused that <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> Live and learn

Old Colt - When I first saw the leak my initial thought was - engine. Then I noticed the smell it was definitely the burnt tranny fluid kind of smell. After I dropped the diff did take some time to inspect the bottom of the engine. It was dry.

Anyone know how much play the shaft coming out of the back of the diff should have? It does move a little bit.

VR4 - Thanks for the offer. If ever get the Montero going again. Will be heading down to south to the Alvord/Steens area for 4 days in July - camping and wheelin. We should try to catch up if possible.

Thanks guys,

~ Jon