07-09-2019, 10:50 AM | #1 |
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Locking pin
The nut on the locking pin seems to need tightening mid season. Season is about 1000 miles for me. I always check it before I take it out on the road each spring and get a bit on it. Is this your experience ? Thanks, Bill
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07-09-2019, 11:03 AM | #2 |
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Re: Locking pin
Where is this locking pin located?
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07-09-2019, 11:05 AM | #3 |
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Re: Locking pin
Your asking about the spindle bolt locking pin? Do you have lock washers installed under the nut?
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07-10-2019, 04:51 AM | #4 |
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Re: Locking pin
yes, lock washer in place.
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07-10-2019, 06:11 PM | #5 |
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Re: Locking pin
If that cotter pin keeps coming loose, it is probably because the king pin is loose in the eye. Driving will cause pin to work back and forth, stretching the eye. IMO, the only fix is it to:
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07-11-2019, 05:16 AM | #6 |
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