do i need to lube the oil seals on the inside of the seal or do i leave it dry to give a good seal?

also, does the cv-axle or the half shaft need to be dry as well or lubed up?

 

Its always a good idea to oil all rubber gaskets upon install. Most seals, brand new dont need oil, but on reusing seals it helps them adhear better.

 

I always apply a small amount of sil-glide or silicon to the friction side of seals(where seal meets camshaft, axle, etc)

I always spray the axle with some silicon spray as well. When installing a dry axle, you risk the chance of tearing the seal if there is too much friction.

 

thanks for the info