QT1029 Adjustable Depth Inner Axle Shaft Seal Installer

QT1029 Adjustable Depth Inner Axle Shaft Seal Installer for Dana-Spicer Model 44 and Model 60 Front Axles is one of our most popular Inner Axle Seal Installers. It is used on many 1977-2001 full-size trucks to install the QU40159 original equipment NOK made seal. Custom-fit Seal Installer is specifically made to install your inner axle shaft oil seal easily and without damaging the seal. Precision CNC machined right here in Montana, this Installer is used in conjunction with optional additional tooling to make successful installation of your tight fitting axle shaft seals simple, Easy, and straight forward. The seal fits the face-grooved Installer like a glove, so it will not cock or crush during installation. Made in Roberts, Montana U.S.A.

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Dan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:
Available Tool Kits 
Make Hard Job Easy
Installer Types 
Axle Disassemble
Also Check 
Seal Removers 
Dodge Ram 1994-1999 
Tech Help 
Matching Parts 1977-1988 Axles 
Matching Parts 1988-1993 Dodge 
Matching Part 1994-2001 Dodge Ram Dana 44 
Matching Part 1994-1999 Dodge Ram Dana 60 
Applications

Tech Note 1: Available Tool Kits 
1977-1988 applications GM, Jeep, Ford, to 1987 Dodge: QK4830 Tools+Seals. TS4830 Tools only.
1988-1993 Dodge W150, W250 (Dana 44), Ramcharger TS4620, TS4631 Tool Sets, and QK4620, QK4631 Tool/Seal Kits.
1994-2001 Dodge Dana 44 Ram 1500: TS4620, TS4631 Tool Sets, and QK4620, QK4631 Tool/Seal Kits.
1994-1997 Dodge Dana 44 Ram 2500: TS4620, TS4631 Tool Sets, and QK4620, QK4631 Tool/Seal Kits.
1989-1999 Dodge Dana 60 Ram 2500, ram 3500: TS4620, TS4631 Tool Sets, and QK4620, QK4631 Tool/Seal Kits.

Tech Note 2: Make Hard Job Easy
Successfully installing an inner seal without the correct Seal Installer is usually a good exercise in increasing your blood pressure. Makeshift methods don't usually get the job done due to the restricted area you need to work in, and the amount of compression needed to be applied to the seal. Due to the way we have to make the tool to function, your Seal Installer and Seal MUST match. QT1029 will only work with original equipment design, NOK manufactured seals such as our QU40159 (Dodge p/n 4116366). Seals manufactured by other seal manufacturers WILL NOT WORK WITH THIS INSTALLER!!!! If you have the green, CR manufactured QU40270 seal, use our QT1084 Installer. We do not manufacture installers for this application to fit any other competitive seal designs such as National or NAK.

Tech Note 3: Installer Types
We make two types of Seal Installers for 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 4x4s with Dana 60 Front Axles: Adjustable Depth and Fixed Depth. The Installer on this page is an Adjustable Depth Installer that allows you to offset the seal to a deeper depth to miss a groove or other damage on the axle shaft. This Installer will work on both 1989 to 2001 Dana 44 and 1994 to 1999 Dana 60 axles. However, YOU MUST be careful you do not set the seal TOO DEEP which may place the seal beyond the axle shaft seal surface! Our Fixed Depth Seal Installer QT1136 will firmly stop at a preset depth. Fixed Depth Installers will only fit Dana 60 axles in 1994 to 1999 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 4x4s. Choose our Adjustable Depth Seal Installer for installing seals in any 1989-2001 Dodge with a Model 44, or if you want the flexibility to offset the seals on 1994 to 1999 3/4 ton and 1 tons with the Dana 60. Choose our Fixed Depth Installers if you want quick, fool-proof seal installation on 1994 to 1999 Dana 60 equipped Ram 2500 and Ram 3500.

Tech Note 4: Axle Disassemble
For all applications, the wheel hubs, axle shafts, and differential MUST be removed from the axle housing to replace QU40159 inner axle oil seal(s) which are located next to the differential.

Tech Note 5: Also Check
When replacing your inner axle seals, ALWAYS inspect your Ball Joints, Axle Universal Joints, Differential Bearings, and Wheel Bearings/Hubs (also Spindle Bearings/Seals on 1970-1993) for wear or damage. The extra time needed to replace these components is minimal since you already have the axle apart to do the axle seals.

Tech Note 6: Seal Removers
Once the axle is disassembled, the old seals can be easily removed with our QK4647 (1977-1988 without CAD) or TS1184 (1988-2001 with CAD) Seal Remover Tool Sets or other suitable tools such as a length of sturdy pipe that will fit inside the axle tube. You will also need to clean the inside of the axle tube to remove dirt and crud that could get pushed into your new seal during reassembly.

Tech Note 7: Dodge Ram 1994-1999 
For the 1994-1999 model years, Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500 Dana 44 and Ram 2500, Ram 3500 Dana 60 front axles with vacuum controlled Central Axle Disconnect (CAD) use the exact same inner axle shaft seals and seal installation tools. QT1029 will work for the left seal on both Dodge Dana 44 and Dana 60 axles for these years. 

Tech Note 8: Tech Help 
Need Tech Help on how to perform Inner Axle Seal Replacement? We have complete Factory Service Manuals on CD for most applications, plus for your 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 or Ram 3500 we my TSB4620 Inner Axle Seal Replacement Tech Service Bulletin, a fully illustrated, 8 page publication with 31 color photos. Includes Step-by-Step Service Procedures, Tool Recommendations, and Torque Specifications in an easy to read and follow format for replacing those pesky front axle shaft seals on all 1994 to 1999 Dodge Ram 4x4 trucks with Dana-Spicer Model 60 front drive axles. Available in print version only! TSB4620 is specific to Dana 60 axles, but with the exception of a unitized hub/rotor and 4 bolt hub flange, the service procedures are also applicable to 1994-2001 Ram 1500 and 1994-1997 Ram 2500 4x4s with Dana 44 front axles.

Tech Note 9: Matching Parts 1977-1988 
QK4727 Spindle Nut Set
QU40214 Spicer OEM Dana 44 Differential Cover Gasket
QU42028 Spicer Reuseable High-Performance Differential Cover Gasket
S82194 Gray RTV Sealant (can use in lieu of diff cover gasket)
QU90007 Standard Greaseable Axle U-Joint
TK40712 Premium Factory-Lubed Axle Shaft Universal Joint
QU40187 Dana OEM Ball Joints
QU40427 Chrome Dana 44 Wheel Hub Cap
QU50091 Wheel Seal for GM, Jeep, and 1980-1984 Dodge
QU90001 Wheel Seal for Ford and 1985-1987 Dodge
QU40228 Spindle Bearing and Seal Kit
QT1012i Spindle Nut Socket
QT1032 Differential Case Spreader

Tech Note 10: Matching Parts 1988-1993 Dodge 
Matching Parts for QK4620 Seal Kit for 1988-1993 Dana 44 Front Axles:
QK4727 Spindle Nut Set
QU40146 Axle Shaft Bearing for Inner Axle Shaft
QU40292 Bearing, Support for Outboard End of Differential Output Shaft
QU40214 Spicer OEM Dana 44 Differential Cover Gasket
QU42028 Spicer Reuseable High-Performance Differential Cover Gasket
S82194 Gray RTV Sealant (can use in lieu of diff cover gasket)
QU90007 Standard Greaseable Axle U-Joint
TK40712 Premium Factory-Lubed Axle Shaft Universal Joint
QU40652 Right Inner Axle Shaft for W150 and Ramcharger
QU40919 Right Inner Axle Shaft for W250
QU40187 Dana OEM Ball Joints
QU40427 Chrome Dana 44 Wheel Hub Cap
QU90001 Wheel Seal
TK4751 and TK4752 Front Wheel Bearing Kits with Timken Bearings
QU40228 Spindle Bearing and Seal Kit
QU40224 CAD Vacuum Actuator Kit 
QT1012i Spindle Nut Socket
QT1032 Differential Case Spreader

Tech Note 11: Matching Parts 1994-2001 Dodge Dana 44 
Matching Parts for QK4620 Seal Kit for 1994-2001 Dana 44 Front Axles:
QK4732 Axle Shaft Nut Set
QU40107 Axle Shaft Bushing for Inner Axle Shaft
QU40292 Bearing Support for Outboard End of Differential Output Shaft
QK4646 Axle Shaft Bushing Set for 1994-2001 Dana 44
QU40214 Spicer OEM Dana 44 Differential Cover Gasket
QU42028 Spicer Reuseable High-Performance Differential Cover Gasket
S82194 Gray RTV Sealant (can use in lieu of diff cover gasket)
QU90007 Standard Greaseable Axle U-Joint
TK40712 Premium Factory-Lubed Axle Shaft Universal Joint
QU40308 Right Inner Axle Shaft
QU40383 Left Inner Axle Shaft
QU40234 Dana OEM Ball Joint Set for 1 Side 1994-1999
QK4693 Ball Joint Kit for 1994-1999
QK4596 Ball Joint Kit for 2000-2001
QU40224 CAD Vacuum Actuator Kit 
QU11024 12 Point Hub to Knuckle Bolt
QT1008i Axle Shaft Nut Socket
QT1032 Differential Case Spreader

Tech Note 12: Matching Parts 1994-1999 Dodge Dana 60 
Matching Parts for QK4620 Seal Kit for 1994-1999 Dana 60 Front Axles:
QK4732 Axle Shaft Nut Set
QU40107 Axle Shaft Bushing for Inner Axle Shaft
QU40292 Bearing, Support for Differential Output Shaft
QU40367 Spicer OEM Dana 60 Differential Cover Gasket
QU42029 Spicer Reuseable High-Performance Dana 60 Cover Gasket
S82194 Gray RTV Sealant for Diff Cover (in lieu of gasket)
QU10614 12 Point Hub to Knuckle Bolt
QU30332 Standard Greaseable Axle U-Joint
TK40715 Premium Factory Lubed Axle U-Joint
TK40724 Premium Greaseable Axle U-Joint
QU40300 Differential Output (Intermediate) Shaft
QU40350 Left Inner Axle Shaft
QU40247 Right Inner Axle Shaft
QU11309 CAD Eliminator Kit
QU40220 Dana OEM Replacement Ball Joint Set
QK4758 Greaseable Ball Joint Kit
TK42057 Dynatrac Heavy-Duty Rebuildable Ball Joints
QU40224 CAD Vacuum Actuator Kit 
TSB4620 Inner Axle Seal Replacement Procedures for 1994-1999 Dana 60
QT1032 Differential Case Spreader
QT1008i Axle Shaft Nut Socket
QT1072 Hub Puller
QT9216 3/8" Drive x 3/8" Hex Bit for Brake Caliper Bolts

Applications:
Both Left & Right Applications on Non-Disconnect Axles: 

Chevy/GMC: 
K5, K10/15, K20/25 w/model 44 axle: 1978, 1979, 1980

Dodge: 
Ramcharger W-150, W-250: 1977½, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984

Ford: 
F-150 Super Cab, F-250 (Model 44 Axle only): 1979

Jeep: 
Wide Track Full Size Cherokee: 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985
J10, J20: 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987

DODGE Applications with vacuum controlled Central Axle Disconnect (CAD)
Right Axle Shaft Applications:
Ramcharger, W150, and W250 (gasoline engine only): 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993

Left Axle Shaft Applications:
Ram 1500 Dodge: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
All Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999