JD H

[R.Mc]

Pulled rear hubs off,after a hassle and some. Problem now is it doesnt seem to want to go back on. Does the axle need "shaved" a bit or what shall I do? Thanks.

 

[steveastexas]

chances are you pulled the hubs from the wrong side with out removeing the C clip and now it doesnt want to go back on. Do yourself a favor and buy the JDH restoration book from PAT B you will be glad you did STEVE

 

[PBrowning]

Stop! Think! Inspect!

No - do not even think "shave" because if you do, you may have the wheels moving on their own - not a good thing.

Rather - use all manner of wire brushes to clean & clean & clean. Then look for burrs on the axle where folks in the past struck the axle with a hammer - Those, you must file off. More often than not, "hammer burrs" are found right at the end of the axle - making it hard to start the hub back on.

Once you get the axles and hubs all cleaned and deburred; and the hubs go on to the axles with ease, apply a thin coating of bearing grease. Once wheels are in place, wrap exposed regions of the axle with a small piece of burlap - tied in place with baling wire and you will be good-to-go.

If you and your "H" are new buds, perhaps you will find the John Deere Model "H" site an interesting stop. See the URL below. Be Blessed (PatB)
Restoration Site, JD H

 

[Sam#3]

I'm always willing to learn something new.
Dad had an H years ago and we removed the wheels (hubs) many times for different applications and I don't underdstand the term 'C' clips. Please explain

Sam

 

[mrbilman]

I did as Pat said but had to go one step farther to get them to slide on and off. I applied yellow paint (or anything you have in a spray can)on the axles and slid the hub on with the paint still wet until it stopped then gave it a rap with a piece of wood. Then pulled it off and I could see where paint had transfered to the hub splines. I then gently filed off only the areas with paint. Clean with paint thinner and repeat. It took some time but by only removing the high spots the hubs eventually slid on and off nicely. I have used the tractor for three years and the hubs never got loose. I needed to move them this spring before plowing and even though I had to used a 2x4 and a 5 pound hammer I was still able to move them.

 

[Radiator Bolt Man]

Hi Bill - There's sure more than one way to skin a cat. I like your technique. That way you are removing only the metal that must come off, and not creating for your self yet another problem. Be Blessed! (PatB)