Re: [FWDLK] rear drum removal

[Roger Howard <rdhoward@xxxxxxxxx>]

Ed,

This is a topic that comes up again and again on the List.

Perhaps there is something in the Archives..

 

You will get the best results from a industrial-grade hub puller...one that bolts three or more "arms" to the lugthreads and applies a cetral force at the axle end. 

First loosen the axle bolt, but do not remove it, as it will prevent the hub from possibly flying off and injuring you.

Make sure the wheel turns freely...no brake shoes frozen to the drum, for example.

If you are squashing your axle threads, STOP. Figure out what you need...a better puller, some way to protect the threads..

If the drums havent been off in a while, it is always a good idea to check things out.

roger

----- Original Message -----

From: eddee

To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx

Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2002 10:59 AM

Subject: [FWDLK] rear drum removal

Happy holidays list members!

 

Need guidence on Plym rear drum removals.....

My one side came off ok,,,,the left rear won't budge

 

I am using a 3 lug puller and seem to be starting to squash the threads on the axle end.

I forget how much tension is ok to put on to the hub to pull it before I do damage.

There is no rust or corrosion,,,,maybe keyway was banged in??

HELP

 

P.S.  No real reason to pull drum other than to inspect things.  Should I forget it?

 

Ed Eckerson

LI  NY

57 FURY