pumper23 0 #1 Posted August 21, 2023 I just acquired a c141 8 speed, rear hubs slide A little on the axle, set screw is tight , is this normal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8ntruck 7,113 #2 Posted August 21, 2023 to the forum. Axles in an 8 speed typically have about 1/8" or so of axial (in/out) slop. If that is what you are seeing, it is normal. If you have up/down, or front/back slop, that is not normal. Usually means the axle bearings are shot. You have found a good place to ask questions. Between the more active members on the forum, I think we have broken and fixed just about anything on a Wheel Horse that can be broken and fixed. Remember, the only stupid question is the one you didn't ask. Have fun with your new Horse. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ineedanother 1,369 #3 Posted August 21, 2023 Hubs should not slide on the axle and you will want to pull the hub (or both if they're both doing it) and figure out what's going on before you damage your axle. You really want a second set screw w/locking nut 90* from the other. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 63,113 #4 Posted August 21, 2023 that’s a tried and true worker right there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daveoman1966 3,762 #7 Posted August 22, 2023 8 hours ago, pumper23 said: I just acquired a c141 8 speed, rear hubs slide A little on the axle, set screw is tight , is this normal The rear hubs should NOT MOVE on the axle. ZERO movement is necessary as the KEYWAY slot will SLOP OUT...or both the hub and/or axle shaft. (1) Release the JAM NUT on each of the SET SCREW bolts. (2) Take the hub off (if possible) and inspect it AND the axle shaft. (3) Depending on condition of the keyway slots, retighten both the set screws...then LOCK them with the jam nut(s). I have FOUR like-new 1-1/8 ID Hubs if needed. Keyway slot is pristine. Sandblasted and repainted. look like this. Each has TWO----NEW set screws and Jam Nuts. $75 EACH + $10 TO SHIP... Two of them for $145...free ship. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,908 #8 Posted August 22, 2023 Remove the set screws and inspect them, there should be a sharp edge contacting the axle/woodruff key. The set screw should be torqued to 35 foot-pounds and the jam nut torqued to 30 foot-pounds. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
