OneBadXJ
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- In the sticks
I have at least one spline on every wheel where the lug nut goes is broken..On the front do i have to remove the hub assembly to replace these?.Don't need my wheels falling off.Thank's
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Spline bolts broken
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Chrisc321
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- Las Vegas, NV
:twak: Your post makes no sense... Are you referring to the studs that the lug nuts attach to?
OneBadXJ
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- In the sticks
Yes the studs have splines in them.and they are a few broken..Do i have to remove the hub assembley to replace them?
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JJacobs
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- Location
- Fort Collins CO
No.
- Location
- on the beach in Ocean View, VA
never tried to change one with the hub installed, but I'd say it would be MUCH easier without the brake backing plate in the way.
OneBadXJ
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- In the sticks
Thank's
RCP Phx
NAXJA Forum User
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- Phoenix,Az
Can it be done with the hubs on,YES!Do I recommend trying it that way,NO,not unless you have the right tools!
- Location
- Rainy side of Washington
are you guys posting drunk or something? :helpme:
Peregrine
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Highlands Ranch
I have removed/installed the studs quite a few times over the years with the axle still in. I originally thought it would put too much stress on the hub assembly, but I have searched and found that many do it this way. (not saying its the safest/best way, but beats the hell out of removing the whole assembly.) Spray it with PB Blaster. A swift hard blow of a hammer should knock it straight out with one or two strikes. (use a punch and hammer if the stud is too short due to breakage.) You may have to rotate the hub assembly where there is an open area behind the flange so you can pull the stud out...I cannot recall.
Put the new one in with a little lubricant on the spines. Put it in the flange...then put a washer with a greater than 1/2" hole over the stud...then a 3/4" or larger open ended nut...then another washer...then a 1/2" open ended nut with the same thread pitch as the stud. Use an impact and they will pull through with no problems. I live in Colorado so not as much rust as other areas. Mine have been simple. Pound away at your hub at your own risk!
Put the new one in with a little lubricant on the spines. Put it in the flange...then put a washer with a greater than 1/2" hole over the stud...then a 3/4" or larger open ended nut...then another washer...then a 1/2" open ended nut with the same thread pitch as the stud. Use an impact and they will pull through with no problems. I live in Colorado so not as much rust as other areas. Mine have been simple. Pound away at your hub at your own risk!
