ok, thanks !! So I take it if the axle seals were leaking then there would be fluid in the drum brake area, correct ? I think those are dry so it's probably just the pinion seal. Good thing you said to check the procedures, I almost messed it all up. Now I'll be sure to mark the nut position. I think this will ensure the preload is set back to where it was, but I don't know since I'm a rookie.