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04-20-2023, 11:52 AM | #1 |
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Various thread pitch’s needed
I have several different threads through the car that need to be chased. Yes my kit has the measurement tool but the last one I tried it on I screwed up so until I am more familiar with that I would like to double check my work with you all. I will keep this thread running as I go to hopefully help others in the future. Can anyone help me with the following? Also, if you know random thread pitches of other hardware, feel free to post it, and I will list it all together so it is aggregated. As always, thank you!
First, I need the rear axle threads where the outside axle nut holding the drum on f goes. Anyone know it? It looks like mine are pretty buggered up.
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04-20-2023, 01:05 PM | #2 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
On a '48 Ford rear I've got in the garage the treads are 5/8 national fine.
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04-20-2023, 01:25 PM | #3 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
There was a recent discussion that includes some suggestions to correct damaged threads. Also, the thread size and pitch for the axle may be included in this discussion.
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=325196 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
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04-20-2023, 09:19 PM | #7 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
Got my first answer
Rear axle nut - 5/8 x 18
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04-22-2023, 03:29 PM | #8 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
so anyway, back to the intent of the thread, I have two numbers so far. keep em coming!
Rear axle nut - 5/8 x 18 Steering column nut - 5/8-18. Standard 5/8 UNF thread. how about fender bolts? I have a lot of those that need to be chased! what about cylinder head stud holes? gonna have to do those too.
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05-09-2023, 05:34 PM | #9 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
That is also the same size for the generator pulley on my C59A. Ordered a tap/die set for this specific size off of Amazon, because the threads on my orig Ford replacement pulley were not made deep enough to fit on the armature shaft.
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04-20-2023, 11:34 PM | #10 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
Frankly, and in my opinion, buggard up threads from years of hammering and farmer fixing are beyond restoring. The metal is most likely work hardened, brittle, and cracked.
Reforming compromised metal such as this is not a good idea particularly with critical items such as steering shafts and axles. A better approach would be machine off the old threads, tig weld and build up the diameter to allow turning and re-threading. This is not a complicated procedure and I don't believe the tapered ends of axles or steering shafts were heat treated originally so this should not be an issue. This is what i have done, again , my opinion. |
04-20-2023, 11:47 PM | #11 |
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Or this as another option
https://www.ebay.com/itm/27568117780...Bk9SR4ynjKL0YQ |
04-21-2023, 06:29 AM | #12 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
There are a few threads on the car I do not want to chase. The axle thread is one. If it is absolutely necessary I would use the old split thread cleaning tool that hinges open and has a thumb screw to hold it closed. A hand die will remove metal from the threads which is not what you want to do to these thread that get tightened to about 200"/#
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04-21-2023, 07:40 AM | #13 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
This is the set I bought to have and use for this purpose AND instead of my general "Tap & Die" set. Great for chasing threads in block after they have been cleaned as well!!!
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04-21-2023, 08:09 AM | #14 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
It's been a couple of years so forgive me if I have something wrong here.
The 7/16 threads on brake fittings all appear to be NF (fine thread) BUT the "nuts" on FLARED fittings are not. The thread where the rubber hose screws into the front wheel cylinder IS 7/16 fine but not for the where the flared tubing screws into a rear wheel cylinder. Drove me crazy for a while. By the way, is that hinged tool for axle threads available anywhere?
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04-21-2023, 09:20 AM | #15 |
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Look at post #9.I posted one that's on EBAY. There are several listed.Here is a pic of it.
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04-21-2023, 02:48 PM | #16 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
The tool that Deuce lover, and Terry K refer to is the right way to fix the problem. I have 2
of these tools, and they have served me well. What is your location ? Perhaps someone in your area has this tool and could help you. |
04-21-2023, 05:20 PM | #17 |
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I have a very complete tap and die set. My issues are not with using that it’s using the measuring tool that comes with it to measure the thread pitch.
I dont have one of those listed in the last post but want one but can’t find them because I dont know what they are called and I dont think anyone in this thread or the other has called them by their name. What’s the name of that tool? I’ve never been able to come up with an excuse NOT to buy more tools. It’s the wierdest thing.
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
I use the Craftsman kit I bought when my local Sears was closing paid less then $40 for it. Amazon has one that looks like the Craftsman kit. I use the files as my thread count tool, I lay the file on the bolt or stud and match up the threads.
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04-21-2023, 05:44 PM | #20 |
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Re: Various thread pitch’s needed
Fords use SAE threads, UNF or UNC. Most threads in the engine block ate UNC. Same for trans casings.
Rear axles tend to use UNF. Measure the diameter and the pitch should only be one of two values. One value for UNF (fine) and one for UNC (coarse). Measure the diameter and look up the pitches on the charts. It's actually threads per inch rather than pitch for UNF/UNC. Metric threads are expressed as pitch in mm. |
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