T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,513 #1 Posted April 28, 2017 Quick question (I know, they're not quick to answer sometimes), but what is the thread size of the grease fittings of the front rims of a 702? 1/8 NPT, 1/4 NPT, etc? I painted the rear rims and decided the front rims needs to be painted also, and noticed one of the grease fittings is missing. I can pick one of today on the way home if I knew the size. I know it's part number 1030, but the size isn't listed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jerry77 1,218 #2 Posted April 28, 2017 I don't know for sure, but it must be 1/8 npt -- 1/4 npt would be a whopper........... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,513 #3 Posted April 28, 2017 I agree, 1/4 NPT is around 1/2 inch, so I am also thinking 1/8. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,133 #4 Posted April 28, 2017 1/8" NPT has an OD of .405". That is almost 7/16". I think any I have seen are 1/4-28 in the hubs. Garry 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,485 #6 Posted April 28, 2017 1/4-28 ones for sure...get some extras for the shelf Terry. Most places will have them in a variety pack straights, 90's & 45's. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,908 #7 Posted April 28, 2017 1/4 - 28 and 1/8npt are the most common sizes. seemed to like the 1/4 - 28 ones. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,513 #8 Posted April 28, 2017 Thanks, guys. I'll pick some up today or tomorrow. Thanks, again, it's much appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Texas Todd 1,025 #9 Posted April 28, 2017 Pick up some Drive Type fittings as well. I have found some on Wheel Horses that had failed and replaced them. There are no threads, and the zerk doesn't have a hex collar for a wrench. They just press in and friction holds them. I am trying to recall where I used them but I am drawing a blank. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,485 #10 Posted April 28, 2017 Never heard or saw of those Todd. .. the few I have had I drilled out and tapped to Dan's 1/8 npt. That might not work on wheels tho. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Texas Todd 1,025 #11 Posted April 28, 2017 I hadn't either until I ran across them. Just yanked good with some vice grips and out they came. I do like the idea of tapping the hole. Manufacturers put them in to save time on the assembly line. http://www.mbfittings.com/drive.htm 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,908 #12 Posted April 28, 2017 (edited) The drive in style is also common. See them on farm equipment quite often. My McLean uses drive in style on the front spindles. I prefer threaded though. Edited April 28, 2017 by Achto 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,485 #13 Posted April 28, 2017 Learn somethin new every day here! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 761 #14 Posted April 28, 2017 Mmm!, wonder if they conform to Fig 1 H-200-C of this list?. -LINK- ......but I have been wrong before 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,485 #15 Posted April 28, 2017 Wow that's quite the site, any type of fitting any grease monkey would ever need.! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
