P700 Help with leak

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My brakes were making a funny noise so I was looking under my 700 and found a leak. Not sure if related. See photo, any help appreciated.

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I agree with @Glock21user about the front prop shaft seal leak. Check your vent tube to the front differential to make sure it isn’t plugged. Over pressurizing the case can cause that. Also if there is grass or something wrapped around the shaft it may jeopardize the seal. If it all check out and still leaks than it will need to be replaced. 😉
 
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I agree with @Glock21user about the front prop shaft seal leak. Check your vent tube to the front differential to make sure it isn’t plugged. Over pressurizing the case can cause that. Also if there is grass or something wrapped around the shaft it may jeopardize the seal. If it all check out and still leaks than it will need to be replaced. 😉
I really appreciate the reply, you guys are great! Where is the vent tube? Is it in the diagram above?
 
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I really appreciate the reply, you guys are great! Where is the vent tube? Is it in the diagram above?
It’s part number 65. It attaches under the hood into the square tubing via a plastic push nipple. With the fill cap off the differential, remove the tube and blow. There should be no pressure build up. It’s a small tube so you’ll get some resistance. Then check the push nipple into the frame. How many miles? How old?😎
 
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It’s part number 65. It attaches under the hood into the square tubing via a plastic push nipple. With the fill cap off the differential, remove the tube and blow. There should be no pressure build up. It’s a small tube so you’ll get some resistance. Then check the push nipple into the frame. How many miles? How old?😎
I’ll try it tonight. Under 1000 hrs. Basically a golf cart and an occasional trip to the mountains. We don’t submerge in mud or tear it up.
 
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I’ll try it tonight. Under 1000 hrs. Basically a golf cart and an occasional trip to the mountains. We don’t submerge in mud or tear it up.
Dang, 1000 hours. It might be a worn seal then. Still check it all out before buying parts. Good luck 🍀😎
 
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