1850 Wide Front Spindle Splined?

[Kelly in tx]

The top of the spindle on the front axle where the steering arm attaches MUST be splined, correct? Mine seems to be loose. It seems to sit about 1/2 above the housing. It won't tighten
down. I'm guessing it is misaligned OR in some way not attached correctly.

 

[super99]

yes, they are splined. Wonder if the splines are bent? Take the nut off and see what's going on.

 

[ziffel]

If it seems to be too high remove the spindle from the spindle housing and look for bushing wear or another reason for the spindle to be migrating upward. I have had spindle arms loose on top. Sometimes it can be corrected by adding shims under the nut to push the arm farther down on the spindle.

 

[rrlund]

The splines are tapered, so it'll only tighten down until you run out of taper.