IML: Tapered axles ended in 1963, thinks I

[Kenyon Wills <imperialist1960@xxxxxxxxx>]

Was 1963 was the last year for tapered axles? 

 

My 1964, 1970, and 1973 all have similar rear bendix brakes that fit over the lug studs and remove by hand when the wheel is off the car already.

 

-Kenyon

RandalPark@xxxxxxx wrote:

> Yes it is, '64 was the last year for it in Imperial. I AMC continued with it for a long time after that.
>
> Paul
>
> In an email dated 27/10/2004 3:20:55 pm GMT Daylight time, "B & T Roddick" <1roscoe@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> writes:
>
> >Is this the same type tapered rear axle shaft and interference fit hub as on
> >a '64???
> >
> >If so, use the correct tool and, as Paul said, apply a (pneumatic) impact
> >wrench to the (well greased) forcing screw.  It WILL come off.  Take all
> >safety measures, as it can come off with a "bang".
> >
> >Bill & Tami Roddick
> >'64 Imperial Crown 
> >'72 'Cuda 340
> >'88 Cherokee Laredo
> >'95 Concorde
> > 
> >
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>  RandalPark@xxxxxxx
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> >Subject: Re: IML: Rear Brake Drums on a 61 Crown
> >
> >I would buy the air compressor and use an impact wrench before I tried this.
> >
> >
> >Paul
> >
> >
> >
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Kenyon Wills