----- Original Message -----
From Michael Lupynec <mlupynec at globalserve.net>
To: Frank Clarici <spritenut@Exit109.com>
Sent: March 15, 2000 10:40 PM
Subject: Re: Gauging wire wheel and hub wear
> Frank forgot to mention that if you lose the right front spline,
> in about 10 seconds the knockoff will spin off and depart the
> vehicle, followed closely by the wheel.
>
> If the wheel leaves at speed it goes on for miles. If you manage
> to almost stop then the wheel gets pinched between the pavement
> and fender and pops straight up about 15 feet.
>
> If you find all the parts it is possible to drive home - but use
> them brakes sparingly.
>
> Mike L.
> AN5 10426
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Frank Clarici <spritenut@Exit109.com>
> To: Butch Lewis <butchl@eudoramail.com>
> Cc: <spridgets@autox.team.net>
> Sent: March 15, 2000 11:20 PM
> Subject: Re: Gauging wire wheel and hub wear
>
>
> > The best time to replace a hub or wheel is when you hit the
> brakes and
> > the pedal is hard but the car still continues on at speed.
> > Worn hubs/splines will do that.
> > (been there before)
> > Seriously, a good visual is all that is neccessary.
> >
> > --
> > Frank Clarici
> > Toms River, NJ
> > Down to only 3 Sprites, 1 Midget and an A40 Farina
> > http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut
> >
>
>
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