beenthere
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I have a 2004 790 4wd with loader. 243hrs. I was bushogging yesterday and noticed gear oil leaking onto right front axle. Everything seems to be working fine otherwise. Could a seal be bad? I've read about gear problems but 4wd seams to be working fine. Any ideas? I'm almost afraid to ask.
Loosen the dip stick plug, as if it is tight, then the axle isn't vented. So when the oil gets warm, it squeezes past the seals. Works for my 4300. You may have just filled it to the brim too, and no room for expansion. There is a thread here somewhere that tells about a mod to vent the dip stick plug.
At least worth a try to see if the oil stops leaking after hard use.