It could be the axle bearings went out at some point if you bought it used and got the axle housing out of round enough to cause problems with the seals.
Measuring the axle housing ID and axle shaft OD might give some answers
Has anyone done this? Finding a v2203 for skidloader seemed impossible. Found reefer engine but need to swap manifolds, oil pan, fuel primer pump. Anything else or things to watch for?
Is there a particular way to get to the engine mount on the left side of the engine underneath the cab? It’s very tight area.
Does removing metal hydraulic lines above it need to be done?