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George D · 05-12-2013, 09:03 AM

Over the winter I replaced the three balls on front axle as part of a total restoration of 30 coupe. Used a new shorter Pittman to help dad steer. My method was cut old balls off drill under size, ream for light press, weld top and bottom with my mig, smooth out on grinder. I'm comfortable with my welding skill but now I'm wondering if I should have done this. The car has not been on road yet but will be completed this week. Maybe I should have had them stress relieved. Never thought much of it till reading this post thought these things were tried and true.

05-12-2013, 09:03 AM	#11
George D Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Little Falls NY Posts: 67	Re: Restoring Spindle Arm and Steering Gear Arm Balls... Over the winter I replaced the three balls on front axle as part of a total restoration of 30 coupe. Used a new shorter Pittman to help dad steer. My method was cut old balls off drill under size, ream for light press, weld top and bottom with my mig, smooth out on grinder. I'm comfortable with my welding skill but now I'm wondering if I should have done this. The car has not been on road yet but will be completed this week. Maybe I should have had them stress relieved. Never thought much of it till reading this post thought these things were tried and true.