Tim & Rita wrote:
> Well, either this is so simple that I can't seem to figure it out, or
> I'm in for a lot of work. I am trying to remove the rear hubs from my
> SII Alpine. The problem is that they are wire wheel hubs.
>
> I have the tool made by Ed Esslinger for removing rear hubs for disc
> wheels (with lug nuts), and I understand the principle of what's
> involved, but that won't work with wire wheel hubs. What's worse, I
> haven't seen a thread regarding the removal of wire wheel hubs. I need
> to remove the wire wheel hubs to switch over to solid wheels (a spiffy
> set of American Racing's Libre wheels).
>
> Any suggestions would be greatfully accepted!
Tim and Rita:
If you check, you will notice that the wire wheel hubs have a bolt
pattern for bolting on the drum that is similar to the disc wheel bolt
pattern, and this is where you attach your puller.
The second problem that most people have is that they are unfamiliar with
the operation of a puller. Spray liberally with WD40 etc, leave the nut
on the end of the axle to avoid damaging the threads, and alternately
tighten the puller and bang the appropriate place on your puller (It
won't work properly without the hammering!)
Hope this helps
Ron Tebo - Series I - B9000627
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