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84/85 manual locking hubs advice


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3 hours ago, Logical1 said:

Upon closer measurement the stock hubs (which are the same size as the new hubs) are 98mm+/-

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Would you consider providing an opinion whether the wheels will clear the hubs? What is the diameter of the silver piece holding the manual lockout? Thank you

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4x4 wheel bearing preload is set without driveshaft installed.

 

Tighten 58-72 ft lbs.

Loosen

Turn wheel both directions several times.

Measure starting torque (A) on lug with a fish scale.

Turn lock nut 15-30 degrees in tightening direction.

Turn wheel both directions several times.

Measure starting torque (B) on lug with a fish scale.

Preload C is B - A and should be 1.59-472 pounds.

 

Repeat till C is obtained.

Install driveshaft.

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