i know for a fact that with the wheels off the ground and the Knuckle unbolted, the axle has movement under the rubber bootie. that is the fingers sliding through the endshaft part. the axle should sit in the pumpkin and not move. the shaft end should move, but you shouldnt be able to see where the oil seal sits on the axle, if thats the case, its prob not seated right, or your circlip is shot. btw make sure if you take the axle out you have a circlip to put on. good luck.