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    olddman replied to the thread Axle Studsss.
    Will try to keep this update brief. Took the washers and nuts to the nut and bolt store. Was told that the washers looked like they...
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    olddman replied to the thread Axle Studsss.
    This is where I am at now. Removed and replaced all axle studs on right axle. Put wheel (Cragar SS) back on and used new lug nuts and...
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    olddman replied to the thread Axle Studsss.
    Been doing some thinking (?) and have decided to try some regular new studs. May get them tack welded if I can find someone who will do...
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    olddman replied to the thread Axle Studsss.
    Thanks for the tips. They aren't sloppy in hole loose, just turning in the hole. May just try some with larger splines.
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    olddman posted the thread Axle Studsss in Suspension, Steering and Chassis.
    Finished putting the rear end together yesterday and today I put the wheels on. Problem is when I tried to torque the lug nuts, they...
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    olddman replied to the thread Backing Plate.
    Sorry I haven't gotten back sooner, but have been working on the rear end and some projects around the house. Sounds like I don't have...
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    olddman replied to the thread Backing Plate.
    Thanks for info. Could you tell me what an indication of the brake shoes not returning would be or how much of the wear pad is worn off...
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    olddman replied to the thread Backing Plate.
    Seems like I read had read something about pads can wear down over time and effect the way the brake shoe works. Just wondering! And...
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    olddman posted the thread Backing Plate in Brakes for your Classic Mopar.
    Have a 1965 Dart GT that I had to pull the differential out. Saw that the wheel cylinders are leaking and noticed on tear down that the...
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    olddman replied to the thread Grinding Noise!!.
    Had axle bearings replaced two years ago and haven't put that many miles on car. Won't be able to put rear end together until next...
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    olddman replied to the thread Grinding Noise!!.
    Do not have the tools to rebuild. However, I did pull the pumpkin and when I broke it loose from the rear end housing not much oil came...
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    olddman posted the thread Lug Nut Question in Tires and Wheels (Mopar Hubcaps Too).
    Having trouble finding lug nuts that will fit my Cragar Mags. Measurements of the lug nuts are: Length: 1 1/2 inches, Shank length...
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    olddman posted the thread Grinding Noise!! in Transmission and Drivetrain Tech.
    I have a 489 8 3/4 differential with I believe Borg Warner Spin Resistant that needs to be rebuilt. Is this something that I could do...
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