Someone on the Facebook page is asking what this is for, was sleeved around one axle shaft. I got one awhile ago in an estate sale with a bunch of parts. One suggestion was an oil screw. I could see this as a possibility for use with the solid Hyatt rolloers
any ideas?
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Re: Snake Oil or Functional
Oil screw is exactly what it is
quite old concept which I suspect was pretty lacking in performance when used with 600WT oil
I wouldn't bother with it and simply invest the time and purchase of modern seals
I seem to recall a time in the past that such devices were offered by some of the suppliers (?)
quite old concept which I suspect was pretty lacking in performance when used with 600WT oil
I wouldn't bother with it and simply invest the time and purchase of modern seals
I seem to recall a time in the past that such devices were offered by some of the suppliers (?)
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Re: Snake Oil or Functional
Yes, aftermarket oil screws. I've found a few when taking apart rear axles. Scott is correct. Years ago you could buy them new, but I don't see any in Lang's catalogue now. If they work at all I would expect them to work in the wrong direction when backing up. I think it's much more effective in keeping your brakes and wheels unoiled to use the neoprene inner seals with plenty of gear oil resistant RTV.
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Re: Snake Oil or Functional
I believe my father has a couple NOS on the shelf that he picked-up over 70 years ago.
If one of those screws gets get hung-up in the housing, it can wreak havoc on the axle shaft. When that happens, it can also make it difficult to disassemble the rear end.
If one of those screws gets get hung-up in the housing, it can wreak havoc on the axle shaft. When that happens, it can also make it difficult to disassemble the rear end.