Are the new hubs coarse or fine thread. It sounds like you have the
wrong hubs.
David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767
www.britishcarspecialists.com
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On Jan 17, 2006, at 3:45 PM, Richard Pratt wrote:
> List,
>
> Based upon the responses I have received, I need to provide additional
> info.
> I have an early Phase 2 BJ8 27068 made in 5/64.
>
> When I purchased new chrome wire wheels, I also wanted to replace the
> original hubs.
>
> After receiving the new hubs, I removed the outer race of the outer
> bearing
> from the old hubs.
>
> When I went to install them in the new hubs, the outer race of the
> outer
> bearing was too small(approximately 1/8 on the Dia).
>
> If the hubs are not original to the car, what car are the hubs from?
> If I
> elect to use the new hubs with new large bearings, I would also have I
> replace the grease covers since they fit into the bearing bore. It
> would be
> cheaper to find the right hub and not have to replace bearings and
> grease
> covers.
>
> TIA to all those who have tried to help
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