On Mon, 10 Nov 1997, Joe Curry wrote:
> WHile you are there Here's a list of things to check [rear end, 77
> Spitfire]:
> 1. Check the differential seals and bearings. Easier to change them
> now.
> 2. Check the axle shaft U-joints and axle bearings for play and wear.
> 3. Inspect the brake lines for wear (especially the rubber ones)
> 4. Check the shocks for excess play and lack of proper damping.
> 5. Inspect the drive shaft u-joints for play.
> 6. Check the brake shoes and drums for wear.
> 7. Inspect the Hand Brake cable for wear and excess slack.
>
> Have I missed anything? Anybody?
It might be worth checking and likely renewing the nylon "bearings"
(bushings) in the hub on which the vertical link pivots. These are
similar to the bushings in the trunnions the front end, they seem to wear
about as quickly, and they are often ignored until the job becomes a real
b*tch to do (bolt seizes in distance piece, etc.). You don't want these
either to become overly worn and sloppy, nor do you want the vertical
links to seize -- they should be free to pivot.
Then there are the rubber bushings in the radius arm, of course, and....
Warning: Shipwright's Disease alert! Nonetheless, it's worth checking it
all and doing whatever is necessary now!
--Andy
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* Andrew Mace, President and *
* 10/Herald/Vitesse (Sports 6) Consultant *
* Vintage Triumph Register *
* amace@unix2.nysed.gov *
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
|