In a message dated 96-08-15 14:33:40 EDT, twakeman@scruznet.com (TeriAnn
Wakeman) writes:
<< Using a lead hammer, not copper, pound the living daylights out of the
knockoff untill it refuses to turn any more. >>
NO! NO! definitely not the way to do it. This is not necessary and can
result in damage to the hub or wheel. The correct way is:
With the tire off the ground
1) Ensure that the knockoff is on the correct side of the vehicle (the
knockoffs and the hubs are threaded differently for the right and the left
sides).
2) Screw the knock-off on snugly by hand then, then give about 5 or 6 medium
strength taps with the lead hammer.
3) Then drive several miles. The centrifugal force on the knockoffs will
tighten them down properly.
They are designed to tighten as you roll. That is why they are "side
sensitive".
Art Kelly '64 TR4 CT33118L
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