Jerry,
One reason for not using a lot of heat when trying to separate
the hub is that you want to heat the hub only. If the heat transfers to the
axle, your fighting a losing battle. Another is that too much heat can cause
warping or brittleness. I recall meeting someone at a show with a 66
convertible. He had used the heat method & the axle shattered on the
highway. The left rear wheel came off the car at speed & did a fair amount
of damage to the car. Fortunately, nobody was hurt.
John
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Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2004 8:27
PM
Subject: Re: IML: Job number "next" -
hub
...I'm not sure if these need a puller or not. I would definitely NOT use
a torch to heat the hub. If you want to apply any heat, use a heat gun or even
a hair dryer on high . Then try to remove.
John
John,
For the benefit of myself and the group, why
would you not use a torch-the obvious concern of fire that could be minimized
or concern re heat distribution causing warping? I know there is a good
reason and am one of those who does best when he knows "Why".
Thank you
jerry hesch
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