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Old 12-14-2018, 04:15 PM   #12
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Default Re: king pin fit

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Originally Posted by larrys40 View Post
Actually synchro it is the opposite. If the bolt was loose the pins can be loose and of course just the wear and tear of road hits on tire, wheels, spindles can cause wear over years and time.
If the pun does not fit the axle well with he lick bolt good and snug, yes the hole may need to be revised or another suitable axle used .
The spindles fit best if they are honed as opposed to a reamer. Find a local machine shop if there is one or possibly alical a member who has that cabability.

I have done hundreds so know the process well.
Larry
My turn to differ from you!
Honing a hole does nothing to make it round. If the hole is (say) oval to start with, honing will leave it oval. A reamer will make it round. Granted, a hone is likely to leave a better finish. I ream mine to just a bit tight, then burnish them (best finish). The important thing is to not leave them too tight. If they are tight, the car will be impossible to control.
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