Tom - Here's a 1-1/2 & 2 Ton diagram from the 1947 Truck Shop Manual (same diagram as shown in the 1942-46 manual but only listed as 1-1/2 ton in that book) showing the single speed axle cross section view. Hope this will help you see what is where and it does look like you can replace the seal like you want, although yours might be as stubborn as Puffie40's. Hoping not!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)