113 Rear Diff Split Boot

[Benz280]

Having looked and read many comments from others that have performed this, the question comes up, does oil reside in the boot under normal circumstances ? And if their is oil in the boot, world that indicate a problem with the axle seal ?
Ill be doing working this weekend on this project .   
 

[Benz Dr.]

There should always be a certain amount of oil within the folds of the boot. 

[Benz280]

Thanks Benz Dr. , just so Im clear, overtime then the boot will accumulate a reasonable amount of oil.
I mention because my exiting boot has a crack on-top and and I notice oil exits when driving, I suspect the spinning axle throws it up then exits.     

[badali]

With the car flat on its wheels there should be oil in the axle to the plug on the rear of the axle.  Use a 14 mm hex wrench to remove the plug to check the oil level.  There is just enough room to slide under the car without jacking up the car...

[Desertpagoda]

Yes, there is oil in the boot

[Benz280]

Thank you all , 113 owners are a great group.

[Benz280]

Final question for the group, I see photos where the seam is at 9 o clock, others show 12 o clock.
I would think 12 o'clock would be best.

[badali]

The shape of the boot makes it so the seem should be to the rear at 9 o'clock.  It will not flex properly  in the other position.

[Benz280]

Boot is installed and came out great, as others have said, take your time and only use OEM parts.
Couple of pointers :
Make sure boot is thoroughly clean.
Pre crimp clips on workbench, but not tighten.
Use a gasket sealant, apply gently
Used std screw hose clamps. 
I added additional clips using a thick wire .

Thank you all for your comments.