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Recent content by Josie

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    M101A3 Trailer Rim Size

    Possible that the drum face is rusted to the spindle face. If so then spray a rust release lube of your choice into the counter sunk locator holes as well as at each lug bolt. Let set a day or two, support the drum at four place so the hub is not touching the ground, replace the locator...
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    M101A3 Trailer Rim Size

    I'm for finding out why they are stuck. Many things could cause it and non bode well for a midnight stop along side the road. NTL if they are stuck then you also need to check the bearings too and for all we know a chunk of brake shoe is loose inside that drum. ME? I do not like surprises on...
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    M101A3 Trailer Rim Size

    I use 16 inch radial tires with the best aspect ratio I could find. And a "standard" 16inch Trailer rim with quality lug nuts. Rim is a 16 x 8x6.5. Standard 6 inch wide trailer tires means no need to narrow the axle. Just a basic nut and bolt job.
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    M939 wiper blades

    Wiper Blades for 5 ton Thanks all. The DAV 5 ton is in need of this item so I am out the door to pick up a set.
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