Disco 2 Front driveshaft seal leaking again and again and again!!!!!!!

[davethebuilder]

Hi All
I'm rely ****ed off with this problem because it's a pain to keep changing this seal . I've fitted three non genuine seals that have all leaked all at different rates the last non genuine only leaked slightly I wish I left it at that. But then I thought I'll buy a genuine seal at about ten times the cost so it should solve my problem but it leaks more than non genuine so what a let down. There is no sign off damage or wear on drive shaft where the seal sits has anyone got over this pain in the ass problem? Is there a super dooper seal made by anyone that cures this problem I would love to know any help would be gladly appreciated or do I try second hand drive shaft and another crap seal?
Thanks everyone

 

[Stanleysteamer]

Hi All
I'm rely ****ed off with this problem because it's a pain to keep changing this seal . I've fitted three non genuine seals that have all leaked all at different rates the last non genuine only leaked slightly I wish I left it at that. But then I thought I'll buy a genuine seal at about ten times the cost so it should solve my problem but it leaks more than non genuine so what a let down. There is no sign off damage or wear on drive shaft where the seal sits has anyone got over this pain in the ass problem? Is there a super dooper seal made by anyone that cures this problem I would love to know any help would be gladly appreciated or do I try second hand drive shaft and another crap seal?
Thanks everyone

There have been posts on exactly this problem so you are not on your own and not going barmy.

i cannot remember much about it but I have a feeling @sierrafery found an answer, i.e. a seal that worked and also how the problem comes about.
But as for the "genuine" seal, I'd send it back demanding reimbursement.
Do hope you find a solution.