Spndle Washer

[Deleted User]
[Deleted User]
edited November -1 in HUDSON
The spindle washers that came of my vehicle both has part of the edges cut off making them more oblong or looking like a running track.



The manual shows full round washers.



Is this a problem? Why the cut off? It lets grease get out and dirt get in?

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  • Uncle Josh
    Uncle Josh Senior Contributor
    Manuals aren't written by the same people who design and build the cars. I don't remember any round ones on the 25 or so Hudsons I've monkeyed with.



    Grease should not get out unless there is too much packed in the hub.



    Dirt should not get in unless the cap falls off.



    It's real handy to grab with a plier



    Manufacture was simpler, cheaper dies, less scrap although it seems Hudson didn't scrimp anywhere else.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Everyone one in my local area, my father-in-law and my dad were/are surprised that the washer is not fully round. Every other vehicle that they have worked on from that era (up to a 67 Mustang) has fully round ones.



    I found that interesting. I may see about getting some made.



    With the Sindle Nut being cross-threaded, I thought maybe something had happened to the "OEM" washers.



    Thank you for the info.
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