Troubleshooting Hub Install Where Spindle Nut Won't Tighten Beyond Certain Point
Updated 04/23/2019 | Published 04/22/2019
Question:
just did a brake job on a horse trailer with 8 bolt neverlube hubs. 3 out of 4 went as expected. The 4th one stops turning when the spindle nut gets anywhere near tight. loosening brakes makes no difference. Bearing, washer, or brake assembly problem?
asked by: Bob M
Expert Reply:
Sounds like an issue with the threads of the spindle if the nut won't turn beyond a certain point and the hub is not tight at all. I'd recommend pulling the hub off of the spindle and inspecting the threads of the spindle to see if you can find where it's having it's issue and see if you can clean up the threads if possible. Something might be in the threads that you'd be able to remove or the threads might be damaged.
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50MM Nev-R-Lube Bearing for 8,000-lb Dexters - Qty 1
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 50 MM I.D.
- Bearing 31-71-3
- 8000 lbs Axle
- Dexter
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