I need to get the axels out to replace a couple of stripped wheel studs. Car is a 69 with a 10 bolt single track. I've done all the work on the car except the paint so I have hand tools and access to a press to R & R studs. Help greatly appreciated.
Stripped wheel studs
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I need to get the axels out to replace a couple of stripped wheel studs. Car is a 69 with a 10 bolt single track. I've done all the work on the car except the paint so I have hand tools and access to a press to R & R studs. Help greatly appreciated.
Haven't done one on a first gen, so maybe I'm wrong, but don't think the axle needs to be removed. Spin it around to see if there's room enough for the stud to come out. Worst case, you may need to remove the brake shoes/hardware. Then a thump with a BFH should be all that's needed. I'd use 2 hammers, one held on the stud and the other to do the thump! Draw the new stud on with washers or an oversize nut and a lugnut.
The above mentioned suggestions will work with OE length studs up to 1/4 inch longer studs, I agree.
However, if replacing with longer studs, you can holesaw a 1" hole in the backing plate to gain access.
However, if replacing with longer studs, you can holesaw a 1" hole in the backing plate to gain access.
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Thanks all. I usually don't ask for help but with a McGyver bunch of TC'ers, it can be most advantageous. I hadn't even pulled the brake drum off but my fingers were so sore from polishing an old set of AR wheels that I caved and ask for help without first trying to figure it out myself. You guys have answered the call of duty. Thanks. Jim in Cheyenne
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