View Single Post
Old 02-08-2024, 04:33 PM   #11
petehoovie
Senior Member
 
petehoovie's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 10,144
Default Re: Front wheel studs

Quote:
Originally Posted by 30Murray View Post
Here's an update:
I found a better supply of wheel studs at C&G Ford Parts and they were very quick to respond to questions about dimensions. I bought a 51A-1107-D wheel stud that they list for a '40-'48 drum with hub mounted outside, which appears to be what I have. This is actually a Dorman 610-315 stud. It is a serrated stud and I had to ream the hole slightly to get a proper press fit. The shoulder is not quite long enough to swedge but it holds well with just the press fit. I added some Locktite 620 that may or may not help. Hopefully this information will help others with a similar situation.


petehoovie is offline   Reply With Quote