25 Model T Rear wheel hub
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25 Model T Rear wheel hub
3 of the 4 bolts protrude past the need of the nuts about an 1/8 of an inch. Is this ok or should they be flush?
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
So 1 demountable bolt is shorter than the others.
Easy enough to measure to confirm.
As long as the nut is full, there is no strength issue.
Check the head side & insure the square shank is set in the square hole.
Easy enough to measure to confirm.
As long as the nut is full, there is no strength issue.
Check the head side & insure the square shank is set in the square hole.
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
As long as they do not interfere with the brakes, you are fine. Just grind them down a touch, run thru a die, and peen them in place.
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
Demountable rim bolts may vary in length a tad.
But be sure the odd one is a correct bolt, two sides of that carriage head rim bolt are flat to prevent turning.
But be sure the odd one is a correct bolt, two sides of that carriage head rim bolt are flat to prevent turning.
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
Thanks. One other issue I have is key in the keyway is extremely loose. I’ve two new keys and same situation. Would Loctite Blue work in holding in place?
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
....no....
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
If the key is a loose fit in the axle key way, the only way to fix it is to replace the axle shaft.
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
A loose fitting key in an axle keyway is a sign of wear and possibly a dangerous situation. Post a photo of you axle and key please.
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
If the key is loose in the hub and in the axle, you need a wider key. However if tight in the hub but loose in the axle, your axle is worn. Often this happens if your wheel is not drawn down all the way, when installed. I use 100 ft lbs on the axle nuts. After you drive around a bit, check again to see if it is still tight and torque again.
The rim bolts should all be the same and fit into the slot in the rear before you tighten.
Norm
The rim bolts should all be the same and fit into the slot in the rear before you tighten.
Norm
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Re: 25 Model T Rear wheel hub
Norman, you might want to clarify this lest something gets broken during assembly processThe rim bolts should all be the same and fit into the slot in the rear before you tighten.
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