OK, We need some more information. Is this a 1/2 ton or 3/4 ton? Are we talking about the rear seal on the trans or the engine.

I can tell you this much. If we are talkin 1/2 ton trans there isn't a rear seal on the trans. The 3/4 ton trans I don't know about. I'm sure someone else can answer.

If we are talking about the engine rear seal, there is no need to pull the spedo drive gear.

Hope this helps.
George