Specification for spindle diameter?
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frank_w
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Specification for spindle diameter?
More precisely, the diameter of the machined surface where the inner wheel bearing sits. I bought two used spindles from one of the suppliers, since mine were abused (strawberried) with a center punch. The left one measures 1.190" which as far as I know is how it should be. The right one measures 1.188". Is it still good to go? Should I look for a better one?
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Re: Specification for spindle diameter?
These are the values I came up with when I looked into it a few years back. I don't know if these match the factory print.
In hindsight it would have been easier to contact the Benson Research Centre and asked for the drawing.
In hindsight it would have been easier to contact the Benson Research Centre and asked for the drawing.
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Re: Specification for spindle diameter?
Drawing (can't see much) of 1 piece spindle. Discussion indicates 1906-1927 same diameter but a bit longer surface for roller bearings
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frank_w
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Re: Specification for spindle diameter?
Ok, so the drawing says 1.189 - 1.190 which would also conform to the 30.210 - 30.226mm measurements. I'll see if I can find someone to build up some material on the spindle and machine it back to spec. Thanks a lot for your help!
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Re: Specification for spindle diameter?
That’s what I ended up doing. I had mine metal sprayed and then ground to size.