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Spit 1500 rear axle rebuilding

To: spitfires@autox.team.net, triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Spit 1500 rear axle rebuilding
From: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sun, 5 Mar 2000 13:20:32 -0600
I have a pair of extra axles from a parts car, and I am wanting to 
rebuild them to put on my '77 Spit.  The axles on the car have been 
sitting for quite some time, and one of the bearings was a little 
stiff last time I checked it (some three years ago), so I am 
definitely in a rebuilding mood.  I've replaced Spit axle u-joints 
before, so that's not a problem -- what I need more information on is 
replacing the rear wheel bearings.

I have the names of a couple of places here in Des Moines which might 
be able to undertake this task, but I have been told that one should 
not undertake the task without a special tool.  What do I need to 
look for, what questions do I need to ask, and what's a ballpark 
price for this service?

Thanks in advance.

Dan
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Dan Buettner  -  Des Moines, Iowa  -  mailto:danb@thelittlemacshop.com

1977 Spitfire, FM64159U, now with an O too. Runs & drives, but shakes
like crazy; needs new tires and a steering/suspension rebuild.
http://home.earthlink.net/~nickndan/gmachine/greenmachine.html

1957 TR3, TS15098L. Needs an O. Undergoing frame-off restoration begun 9/99.
http://home.earthlink.net/~nickndan/TR3/TR3.html

1988 Honda Civic 4WD Wagon. Gets me to work and back home again every day.
No home page. (go figure)

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