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Re: TR-3/4 Rear Axle Hub Removal

To: WBabbitt <WBabbitt@aol.com>
Subject: Re: TR-3/4 Rear Axle Hub Removal
From: Michael Marr <mmarr@execpc.com>
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 1997 11:17:34 -0600
Cc: Triumph Mailing List <triumphs@Autox.Team.Net>
Organization: Evantage
References: <3cdf970b.34a06648@aol.com>
WBabbitt wrote:
> 
> Does anyone have experience with removing the hubs from TR-3 and TR-4 rear
> axles?  My machine shop quit after reaching 25,000 lbs.  The hubs seem to be
> frozen on.  This would be a good time to inspect the seals and replace the
> axle bearings, but not if it represents a high risk to the axle or the hub.
> Any succussful experiences would be appreciated.
> thanks,
> Bill Babbitt
> TR3A in a Bag (but hopefully not for ever)
> Gales Ferry, Ct.
Been there, done that, gave up!  The consensus of the list seems to be
that they are just about impossible to get apart.  If your bearings and
seals have given you no indication of being worn, then I would leave
well enough alone.

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