trainman 0 #1 Posted September 26, 2015 Hello all, This summer I got a great deal on a 1966 lawn ranger I got it all torn apart already, I have having a hard time trying to find a decent pair of spindles. The ones on mine are shot where the wheels go, I got a pair from a friend same thing. Anyone have a good used set? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N3PUY 1,031 #2 Posted September 27, 2015 What do they look like? I have a set off a "800 Special". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trainman 0 #3 Posted September 27, 2015 Well I know they are shorter than the regular ones and a screw in the middle holds the wheel on. I would load a picture but my pics are always too big a format and I have not a clue how to make them smaller. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #4 Posted September 27, 2015 Picture problems go away when you become a "Supporter"...http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/store/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N3PUY 1,031 #5 Posted September 27, 2015 Here are pics of the 800 axles. Do they look correct? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trainman 0 #6 Posted September 29, 2015 I will have to measure mine and get back to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 56,278 #7 Posted September 29, 2015 If you open the photo in "Paint Brush" then go to "Stretch/skew" you can make it any percentage (25% works) then save it as a new photo and upload that; or become a supporter. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,548 #8 Posted September 29, 2015 I like the supporter method.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trainman 0 #9 Posted October 5, 2015 Ok here are the spindles I need they are shorter than the standard ones Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,468 #10 Posted October 5, 2015 (edited) Just an FYI-When you put this back together, you don't need to use the expensive original axle bushings. (The reason your axles are shot)You can find a set of 4 heavy duty press in sealed bearings on Ebay for about $15.You'll need to make a spacer to take up about 3/8 inch of remaining axle space, but I cut down the old bushing for that. Edited October 6, 2015 by RedRanger corrected space size Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #11 Posted October 5, 2015 Just an FYI-When you put this back together, you don't need to use the expensive original axle bushings. (The reason your axles are shot)You can find a set of 4 heavy duty press in sealed bearings on Ebay for about $15.You'll need to make a spacer to take up about an inch of remaining axle space, but I cut down the old bushing for that. I did the same on my sons lawn ranger i used the worn spindles and it works just fine with the sealed bearings. I have a thread about it some where on here 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,468 #12 Posted October 5, 2015 (edited) Ok here are the spindles I need they are shorter than the standard ones Based on that picture....I think those spindles would be fine with bearings.The Bearings will run on the outer most edge (doesn't look worn there) and about 1 inch inward of the inner flange.You might save yourself some cash and try bearings before buying more spindles???If the worn spot is still an issue, I'd even try some liquid metal and filing before replacing.Using those oiled brass bushings for spindle bearings was a terrible idea by WH.I'll get some pictures of my setup tonight after work for you.Edit-Adding pictures of my setup.I double checked and my brass spacers are 3/8" thick cut from the original oil brass bushings. Just used a bench vise and hacksaw/sawzall. Edited October 6, 2015 by RedRanger added photos 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trainman 0 #13 Posted October 7, 2015 I got the press in sealed bearings for the fronts off Ebay for what you said. Just one question could someone make new spindles with a lathe and just re use the tie rod brackets? RedRanger your photo's did not upload. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,468 #14 Posted October 7, 2015 (edited) I got the press in sealed bearings for the fronts off Ebay for what you said. Just one question could someone make new spindles with a lathe and just re use the tie rod brackets? RedRanger your photo's did not upload. They were there the other day. Had same issue in another thread that they disappeared in.As for machining new ones, anything is possible, for the right price. Edited October 7, 2015 by RedRanger 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #15 Posted October 8, 2015 Just a torch and 3/4" rod and a person probably could make sum Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
