Cregg:
I just had this conversation (via e-mail) with
a club member (CPTC). He indicated that since
i'm doing a complete suspension rebuild this
winter I should check the rear hubs. He indicated
that the studs can pull the thread right out of
the trailing arms, due to their being soft cast
alloy. It is my understanding that Helicoils from
NAPA will fix this. This is a dangerous situation
and should be checked and repaired.
The 6-pack letter did an article on this common
problem and how to correct it. I am having the
article sent to me, but maybe someone on the list
could help you with getting a copy?
Scott Suhring
Elizabethtown, PA
'70 TR6
Cregg Cowan wrote:
>
> Fellow owners,
>
> I'm pretty sure my right rear hub needs to be rebuilt. I hear an
> occasional clunk and when investigating I found the wheel was loose. (I
> verified the diff mount, shock attachment bolts, etc. and they were fine).
>
> >From prior messages on this list I realize that not just any shop can
> rebuild the hubs. Any advice on shops in the San Francisco/San Jose (USA)
> area? Or maybe national sources?
>
> I was hoping to wait until the winter rainy season to fix this, but now I'm
> reluctant to drive. So I think I'll fix it now. Probably I'll redo both
> hubs at the same time.
>
> Any and all advice appreciated.
>
> TIA,
> Cregg Cowan
> Mountain View, California USA
> 71 TR6 CC63192L
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