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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-12-2017, 03:41 PM
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Posted By 40 Deluxe
Re: Rear Axle Keys

Galling is the result of movement without lubrication. If the axle nut is tight enough, there will not be any movement to cause galling.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-11-2017, 03:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 13,539
Posted By 40 Deluxe
Re: Rear Axle Keys

It was probably standard engineering practice of the day. You didn't question it, you just did it the way you were taught. Or it may have been for the customer satisfaction/safety factor. People...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-15-2017, 06:12 PM
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Views: 13,539
Posted By 40 Deluxe
Re: Rear Axle Keys

The key is basically just a hub locator. If the axle nut is tightened properly, you could remove the key and throw it away and keep going. The fit of the hub on the tapered axle is that good. If...
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