I race with standard axles on double bearing hubs. I also use a sealed outer
bearing in place of the original, and use a synthetic grease on the inner
bearing. Also, a speedi sleeve. This setup solves a majority of the leaks on
the rear brakes.
WST
----- Original Message -----
From <Daniel1312 at aol.com>
To: <dbl@chicagolandmgclub.com>; <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 24, 2003 1:56 PM
Subject: Re: Double-Bearing Rear Hubs
> I'd give Tom Colby at Speedwell a ring and while you are on the phone just
> remind him to send his buddy Daniel that metric thread
> gearknob......................
>
> I would pay careful attention to the finish at the axle ends so that the
> position of the near rear oil seal is where the surface is smooth and not
rusty.
>
> The hubs are a direct replacement fit of the ones I have seen but would
need
> the stud holes enlarging for bigger than standard studs - I bet Tom could
do
> this for you.
>
> Offset is a function of any spacers you use rather than the double bearing
> hub which is same as stock for offset.
>
> My opinion is that competition strength axle/half shafts are mandatory for
> double bearing hubs but I am interested in anyone else's experiences.
>
> Daniel1312
>
> In a message dated 24/10/03 10:26:57 Pacific Daylight Time,
> dbl@chicagolandmgclub.com writes:
>
> > Now for the questions.
> > Who makes a good double-bearing conversion?
> > Is this a machine shop job?
> > What is the correct offset for the Spridget?
> > What else should I be doing to it?
> >
> > David Lieb
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