27-03-2021, 07:45 PM
Hi All,
The wheel studs on all the hubs on my '36 MK1 Ruby are very worn and need replacing. I have a couple of questions and advice before I make a start.
Firstly, I am thinking of replacing the hub bearings while I'm taking the hubs apart, I have no record of when they were last replaced but I believe it could be a good 30+ years, is this a sensible idea?
Secondly, to remove the hubs I have a hub puller, do I also require a hub spanner that fits on the studs that I have seen on ebay? Also when replacing the studs what is the best method for compressing the rivets?
Finally, I have seen a modern lip seal, which I believe replaces the the felt seals, are they better or it is worth sticking with the felt seals?
My Plan is to do all the hub, as I got back from a small run and finding one of my brass wheel nuts had stripped its thread!
I look forward to your advice and responses.
Many Thanks,
James
The wheel studs on all the hubs on my '36 MK1 Ruby are very worn and need replacing. I have a couple of questions and advice before I make a start.
Firstly, I am thinking of replacing the hub bearings while I'm taking the hubs apart, I have no record of when they were last replaced but I believe it could be a good 30+ years, is this a sensible idea?
Secondly, to remove the hubs I have a hub puller, do I also require a hub spanner that fits on the studs that I have seen on ebay? Also when replacing the studs what is the best method for compressing the rivets?
Finally, I have seen a modern lip seal, which I believe replaces the the felt seals, are they better or it is worth sticking with the felt seals?
My Plan is to do all the hub, as I got back from a small run and finding one of my brass wheel nuts had stripped its thread!
I look forward to your advice and responses.
Many Thanks,
James