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03-15-2004, 01:48 PM
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Location: Stockbridge, GA (Suburbs of Atlanta)
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Front end hub preload
I just installed 2 new spindles on my 77 K-20 (Dana 44). The reason I had to replace them was before I bought the truck, they had a brake job done to it and the tech. did not preload the alxe nuts.
I was told to snug the nuts up as if I was doing a 2wd hubs. I did just that and reinstalled the tires. Now with the truck off the ground if I can grab the tire (top and bottom) it moves in and out a little. I have only worked on 2wd in the past and if this were a 2wd I would go to the notch on the castelled nut, but on a 4wd I'm not sure what to do. Can anybody offer some input? Is there a set torque for a preload? Should it have a little movement? Thanks, Dana
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03-15-2004, 02:58 PM
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Dana, I just did this on my 71K20 and believe the procedure to be the same. Torque the inner spindle nut with a spindle nut wrench to 50 ft/lbs while rotating the hub to seat the bearings. Back off the nut about 1/4 turn and re-tighten to 35 ft/lbs. Install lock ring, then install outer locknut and torque to 50 ft/lbs. Re-install your locking hub mechanism and your done.
If that doesn't work you may want to check your ball joints; they may be worn out. |
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03-15-2004, 09:31 PM
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Hey Tom,
I'll give that a shot. Thanks a lot, Dana
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