Those original seals had several layers of steel, rubber, and felt. Just keep
working it. Don't even think about removing the tail housing, it is connected to the
main shaft and will hang up and provide you with a giant mess.
Fred


1956 3100 Pickup/Red/350/3sp OD/PS/Disc Brakes
1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe/Red/355/TH350/PS/Disc Brakes
2017 Silverado LT Single Cab SB/Black/5.3/6 Speed Trans
1947 Willys CJ2A w/F-Head engine