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Old 11-10-2023, 02:41 PM   #18
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Default Re: Can I salvage these axle threads on 47 sedan

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Originally Posted by Old Henry View Post
The tire, rim, and brake drum all took the hike.
The nut, washer and cotter pin were loose in the hub cap. Cotter pin was in pieces.
Fortunately, this was not the left side axle I replaced a few months ago. I did that replacement. It was a horrible task. That's why I really REALLY didn't want to do it again.
Thanks for clearing this up.
Please be certain to torque that nut down to 200 ft/lbs.
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