In <325D1494.3C56@ibm.net>, Jeff Fayne wrote:
>Regarding spline/hub wear, I've followed the discussion on how to
>measure/check for worn hubs, but what about worn splines on wheels?
>
>Do they wear more or less frequent than the hubs or is it if the hubs
>are worn so is the wheel? I've been tempted to pick up some used wheels,
>but short of trying them on my hubs, how does one tell if they are worn?
>
Used wires are usually not worth it. The splines are deeper than the
contact area with the hub, so you can usually see a difference between
the worn and unworn areas. Clean real well with a solvent before
inspecting. If you can feel the wear, it's shot.
A. B. Bonds
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