knuckle seal issues

[harman99stroker]

the axle bearing in the back of my wheel bearing went bad so i started the tear down today to replace them...after getting the wheel bearing off i figured i would pull the axle to check it all out and bent the seal lookin deal in the knuckle up .....and i cant find a replacement one or is it a few pieces or do i just hammer it back straight .....whats the deal with it i have never messed with one before ...any info would help thanks

[Turbostang500]

If I am following you right (might not be) you are messing with the big vacuum seal on the back of the hub? I don't think pounding it straight will actually get it to seal back up.

[NoRalPh]

That metal is actually part of the seal itself. You need to buy a new Knuckle Seal (@ $60) and construct a tool to reinstall it.

Ford Super Duty Knuckle Seal Tool - AKA OTC 6695 | Superdutypsd.com

Ignore all the Ball Joint stuff (and tie rod disconnect) in this thread, but it has the best clear pics of what you need.

Ford Super Duty Ball Joint Replacement Procedure | Superdutypsd.com

[harman99stroker]

if im running just manual hubs i dont need to worrie about a good vacum seal right

[NoRalPh]

That's right...