S1 Rear Hub Removal
Discussion
have the engine and gearbox out on my S1, trying to remove the rear swing arm assembly and need to remove the hub etc. When trying to remove the large bearing nut the diff drive just spins when I turn, how do I stop it turning so I can undo the big nut and remove the assembly?
Edited by 88S1 on Thursday 8th August 22:19
The hub nuts are handed so bear this in mind when trying to undo. The Nearside is LHand thread and Offside is RHand thread (I think that's the right way round). Also they are torqued up to about 320+ NM.
I wedged a long bar between the wheel studs and the floor to stop the driveshafts turning when I had mine apart. Might be worth using a long bar on the socket to get a good leverage and maybe use a bit of persuasion to get things started.
I'm sure others have a more foolproof way of doing it, but it worked for me.
I wedged a long bar between the wheel studs and the floor to stop the driveshafts turning when I had mine apart. Might be worth using a long bar on the socket to get a good leverage and maybe use a bit of persuasion to get things started.
I'm sure others have a more foolproof way of doing it, but it worked for me.
WotnoV8 said:
The hub nuts are handed so bear this in mind when trying to undo. The Nearside is LHand thread and Offside is RHand thread (I think that's the right way round). Also they are torqued up to about 320+ NM.
I wedged a long bar between the wheel studs and the floor to stop the driveshafts turning when I had mine apart. Might be worth using a long bar on the socket to get a good leverage and maybe use a bit of persuasion to get things started.
I'm sure others have a more foolproof way of doing it, but it worked for me.
Brilliant, thanks for the quick reply. Wasn’t sure if I was missing something obvious, there’s 2 big holes in the faceplate and thought they may be for something. I’ll give that a shot. Have the big nut bar. I wedged a long bar between the wheel studs and the floor to stop the driveshafts turning when I had mine apart. Might be worth using a long bar on the socket to get a good leverage and maybe use a bit of persuasion to get things started.
I'm sure others have a more foolproof way of doing it, but it worked for me.
WotnoV8 said:
Sorry, my dodgy memory...
Glad you got them undone ok.
Was scratching my head there for the right solution and your suggestion worked, so thanks for that, and all the other replies to my posts over the months. Another 4 or 5 hours and the rest of the running gear will be off and then it’s Chassis time and the road to recovery and empty pockets. Glad you got them undone ok.
88S1 said:
Just for the record. Nearside is Right hand thread, and Offside Left hand thread.
If they're handed, usually the left hand thread would be fitted on the near side of the vehicle i.e. so that tightening the nut would tend to roll the vehicle forwards. Of course it's always possible that people have fitted handed axles on the wrong side.GreenV8S said:
88S1 said:
Just for the record. Nearside is Right hand thread, and Offside Left hand thread.
If they're handed, usually the left hand thread would be fitted on the near side of the vehicle i.e. so that tightening the nut would tend to roll the vehicle forwards. Of course it's always possible that people have fitted handed axles on the wrong side.Thanks PH guys, saved my bacon and eggs now. Will have a full English by the time it’s back on the road ............one day in the far distant future.
Hi all - on the verge of parting with my hard earned for an S2. Before I make the leap just wondering if there are any S2 owners in the South West region (I’m Taunton based) that would be willing to share their experience and maybe allow me to see their pride and joy? Would be much appreciated - cheers Phil
Cimla1 said:
Hi all - on the verge of parting with my hard earned for an S2. Before I make the leap just wondering if there are any S2 owners in the South West region (I’m Taunton based) that would be willing to share their experience and maybe allow me to see their pride and joy? Would be much appreciated - cheers Phil
I bought an S2 last year, do more than i did and really check the bugger out. Time will most likely get you a better one. Ultimately even if you get a reasonable one you will end up spending more money on one, but then it sort of becomes an addiction. My S2 was a tad rough and ive had some doubts, luckily mine wasn't as bad as some however you do see what some of the lads have done so it does infect you somewhat. Ultimately having a TVR is worth it, just do your research, not everyone needs a zinc coating, but they will cost you moneyReply
joe-motion said:
Cimla1 said:
Hi all - on the verge of parting with my hard earned for an S2. Before I make the leap just wondering if there are any S2 owners in the South West region (I’m Taunton based) that would be willing to share their experience and maybe allow me to see their pride and joy? Would be much appreciated - cheers Phil
I bought an S2 last year, do more than i did and really check the bugger out. Time will most likely get you a better one. Ultimately even if you get a reasonable one you will end up spending more money on one, but then it sort of becomes an addiction. My S2 was a tad rough and ive had some doubts, luckily mine wasn't as bad as some however you do see what some of the lads have done so it does infect you somewhat. Ultimately having a TVR is worth it, just do your research, not everyone needs a zinc coating on the chassis, but they will cost you moneyReply
88S1 said:
Ok, so can we clear this up, is this correct?
NS Rear - LH Thread
NS Front - RH Thread
OS Rear - RH Thread
OS Front - LH Thread
What do you mean by 'correct'?NS Rear - LH Thread
NS Front - RH Thread
OS Rear - RH Thread
OS Front - LH Thread
There will be some cars like that. There will be others that are different. There are conflicting opinions about what is best from the engineering point of view. My own understanding suggests that both nuts on the nearside should be LHT but some manufacturers obviously think differently.
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