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RE: [TR] TR4 rear threaded lug stud removal

To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [TR] TR4 rear threaded lug stud removal
From: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 12:06:54 -0500
>  > They are not threaded.  They are a knurled fit.
>
>Not so, the rear studs on TR2-4 ARE threaded.  However, they are also peened
>into the hub from behind, so it's generally necessary to grind away the peened
>area before unscrewing them.  Unfortunately, you need to remove the
>hub/halfshaft from the axle housing.
>
>Be sure you peen the new ones in securely.  Or, as another 
>alternative, you can
>supposedly buy a fully-threaded stud and thread it in from the back, removing
>any concerns over the stud coming out of the hub.
>
>Randall



Interesting!  Anyone know where you could buy fully-threaded studs?

I re-did my own rear studs but I'm a novice and would feel better 
about driving the car in a spirited fashion if I had the ful--length 
studs in instead.

Dan


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