Rear Hub problem
Was checking out my new purchase 1929 coupe and found several problems. Jacked up the rear end and ran the car in gear to check thinks out and found the L.R. brake drum is rubbing into the brake shield to the point where part of the brake shield is actually worn away. Thought some thing was wrong when I couldn't get the hub cap on due to the fact the axle was extended out too far. Someone had added extra washers behind the castel nut thus driving the brake drum into the brake shield. Wondering if any one has seen this problem ? Also I can't get the drum off as (I believe) the brake shoes are holding the whole thing together. Any suggestions on how to get it apart without using a hub puller and causing damage ? Also do you think using straight 30wt. nondetergent oil is a good choice ? Thanks for all the help.
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