Driveshaft seals replacement interval

[ladderboy 0]

I've just removed most of front suspension on my 1.9 GTi to clean up and replace perishables. Also removed both driveshafts to replace perished bellows. While it's all out, wondered if I should replace driveshaft seals into gearbox? No signs of weeping. What typical service interval for these? Am I being overcautious? How easy are they to replace? Cost of seals? Thanks for help.

[Ruben 0]

If they dont have any signs of wear , or if they still actually prevent gearbox oil leaking , i dont think its worth the job. But , its up to you , after placing the driveshafts in place and after putting the gearbox oil again check if there is any leak from them , be carefull when putting the driveshafts in place.

 

 Best Regards!

 Ruben Figueira 

Edited April 22, 2021 by Ruben

[Ruben 0]

1 hour ago, ladderboy said:

I've just removed most of front suspension on my 1.9 GTi to clean up and replace perishables. Also removed both driveshafts to replace perished bellows. While it's all out, wondered if I should replace driveshaft seals into gearbox? No signs of weeping. What typical service interval for these? Am I being overcautious? How easy are they to replace? Cost of seals? Thanks for help.

Btw , if you still want to change them , they wont cost that much