Diff gaskets. Do you replace every time?

[MD8zero1]

I just bought a used Senton 6s and was thinking if I should order the gaskets before I attempt to change the fluid. Figured I’d change the oil to my likings or what I’ve read here.

Diffs aren’t leaking but wondering if I should hold off.

How often do you change the gaskets?

 

[MixMasterJames]

I only change them if I tear them or they look funny.

 

[Outcastblxnut]

I replace them every time. They are inexpensive so better safe than sorry

 

[Kingleo619]

I’d order a few of few, then if the old ones are good reuse em never now when you open the cup and bam gasket ripped and parts just came 3 days ago and now sold out haha been there before

 

[crimsonfancy]

Lately I use new gaskets every time because I have a huge pack from those guys in Canada.
On the contrary, the ones I'm replacing don't always look bad and I just do it because I have backups.
If I didn't have any on hand I'd reuse the original ones as long as they don't look mangled or torn. I've also wondered if liquid gasket would work but won't buy any just for the sake of doing it differently.

 

[Kingleo619]

Lately I use new gaskets every time because I have a huge pack from those guys in Canada.
On the contrary, the ones I'm replacing don't always look bad and I just do it because I have backups.
If I didn't have any on hand I'd reuse the original ones as long as they don't look mangled or torn. I've also wondered if liquid gasket would work but won't buy any just for the sake of doing it differently.

I’d stay with regular gaskets

 

[bicketybam]

I rarely replace them. Only if damaged.

 

[jondilly1974]

I just did my 6S diffs for the first time. I replaced all the orings and planetary shims. The orings were mostly split or deformed. The planetary shims were deformed too. But the gaskets were in pretty good shape. I could barely tell which side was the cup side and the gear side. I kept them in the same orientation when I assembled them. Time will tell if that was a good idea or not. I think I should buy a pack of them to have for the next time just to be sure. This last time I had ordered shims in advance knowing I would need them, but the orings caught me off guard. Cost me a week of time.

 

[jkflow]

Order some, Murphys law dictates that you will damage one if you try and do not have spares.?‍
Otherwise, no need to replace if they still look ok.

 

[MD8zero1]

Order some, Murphys law dictates that you will damage one if you try and do not have spares.?‍
Otherwise, no need to replace if they still look ok.

Very true. I did order a few and am holding off.

It’s one of those “You know better. Just have some just in case”.
I just needed some patience for it to arrive.

thanks!

 

[bicketybam]

I just did my 6S diffs for the first time. I replaced all the orings and planetary shims. The orings were mostly split or deformed. The planetary shims were deformed too. But the gaskets were in pretty good shape. I could barely tell which side was the cup side and the gear side. I kept them in the same orientation when I assembled them. Time will tell if that was a good idea or not. I think I should buy a pack of them to have for the next time just to be sure. This last time I had ordered shims in advance knowing I would need them, but the orings caught me off guard. Cost me a week of time.

He's doesn't bash his Typhon. Keep that in mind. He runs it up and down a street.

 

[MrTitanium]

These diffs take massive beatings and they generate lots of heat and cool off so thermal shock takes a toll on the gasket. This being said, I replace gasket/orings every time I open up my diffs. For what they cost, it’s cheap insurance.

 

[jondilly1974]

I was organizing stuff today and found three packs of Arrma stock gaskets.

 

[Boggs3010]

I shine a light on them if I see any imperfections replace.

 

[KevinC]

I only replace if there’s any damage but it’s nice to have a bunch of spares.

cheers,
kev

 

[Sandracer_NL]

Thanks for the reminder , need me to buy a couple spare ones.

 

[hobo]

I just bought a used Senton 6s and was thinking if I should order the gaskets before I attempt to change the fluid. Figured I’d change the oil to my likings or what I’ve read here.

Diffs aren’t leaking but wondering if I should hold off.

How often do you change the gaskets?

only if one is damaged