Jim,
I'm probably making suggestions that you already considered but are the
bearings in new/good condition.? Are the bearing races fully and squarely
"seated" in the hubs?
Hugh Barber
Hollister, CA
'73 TR6
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From: owner-triumphs@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-triumphs@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Jim Davis
Sent: Saturday, September 13, 2003 3:16 PM
To: 6 List; Triumph list
Subject: TR6 Front Hub spec.
I installed new "modern" front oil seals on my hubs but I still feel
they are too loose after using the Haynes Manual technique of tightening
to 10 lbs. torque and backing off 1.5-2 flats. Actually, when I only
back off the recommended # of flats the hub feels as if it's binding a
bit so I back off a bit more. Should I feel a bit of binding when
adjusting as instructed? How much play should there be when grabbing the
wheel at the 12-6 o'clock position?
I don't want to burn a bearing up on the way to the TRials next week,
but I also don't feel comfortable with the slack I have now.
All suggestions and opinions welcome,,.
Jim Davis
Fortson, GA
CF38690UO
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