llphill67 1 #1 Posted August 31, 2023 Bought a 1257 at auction, got it running and digging in deeper now. Found I need to replace both rear wheel hubs due to excessive key wear, axles (1.125") fortunately look good. Does anybody know where I can find replacements for this? Original or aftermarket will be OK, I am going to try and repair the originals over the winter. Thanks 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,326 #2 Posted August 31, 2023 (edited) Welcome!! Best to place an ad in the Wanted section of the classifieds here. There are several versions of the 1-1/8" hub - all interchangable if it has the 5 bolt pattern. SOME come with two setscrews - those are the most desirable to stop the hub from moving. Edited August 31, 2023 by ri702bill 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daveoman1966 3,752 #3 Posted August 31, 2023 I have two 1-1/8" hubs each with TWO locking bolts.. These will most certainly fit your 1257. They are completely sandblasted, primer, and repainted. Key slots are NOT damaged at all...Two NEW lock bolt with Jam nuts each. $70 per hub... $10 to ship in USA. If buying TWO hubs, free shipping. Paypal 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,459 #4 Posted September 1, 2023 (edited) Be carful when removing the hubs if they are hard to get off axel. Could cause damage inside of transmission. Just take your time with it. Also we want Edited September 1, 2023 by Retired Wrencher 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,821 #5 Posted September 1, 2023 Do not scrap the hubs. I can save them. 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,261 #6 Posted September 1, 2023 1257 is a great Wheel Horse Model, good power and none of the electronic thingies that cause problems. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,821 #8 Posted September 1, 2023 (edited) 3 hours ago, 953 nut said: 1257 is a great Wheel Horse Model, good power and none of the electronic thingies Absolutely correct Richard! One if the most forgotten things on a horse is to check those set screws. Especially if the hubs were off then antisiezed and don't brown weld. Leaky axle seals can be a problem too. These were OK but got a extra set screws for insurance. Edited September 1, 2023 by WHX?? 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,459 #9 Posted September 2, 2023 20 hours ago, 953 nut said: 1257 is a great Wheel Horse Model, good power and none of the electronic thingies that cause problems. I am with you Richard on My first was a 312A to many wires and safety switches. The Saying for me is K I S.. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,459 #10 Posted September 2, 2023 17 hours ago, WHX?? said: Absolutely correct Richard! One if the most forgotten things on a horse is to check those set screws. Especially if the hubs were off then antisiezed and don't brown weld. Leaky axle seals can be a problem too. These were OK but got an imiextra set screws for insurance. Jim That is a nice 1257. Looks to be a great worker. Heavy duty looking. I have one but it is a garage queen. I only take it out on sunny days. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,821 #11 Posted September 2, 2023 Thank you Wrencher. I get alot of compliments about how well those tires grip on the plow field. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
llphill67 1 #12 Posted September 5, 2023 UPDATE: First off, thank you all for your help so far. This weekend I dug in deeper and put a micrometer to the axles, not bad.....but not good either. Thinking maybe I should go with a taper lock type hub, what are your thoughts? Attached are the measurements I got. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,821 #13 Posted September 5, 2023 I don't think they look real bad I run worse. New keys & ways & double set screws. Would be in order. 'Course those locking hubs are the cat's meow. Did we ask how you are going to work her? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
llphill67 1 #14 Posted September 7, 2023 OK guys, thanks for all the help again. After looking a little further, I think I'm just going to tear down the trans and completely rebuild. Too much play in the left wheel bearing for my liking. SO, anybody out there have a PDF of a manual that has the info I will need? I have an operation and service manual, but it is pretty sparse on detail....pretty much just an exploded view and that's it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
