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Axles Cont.
7. Repeat step #4 for the
outer bearing
systems. Outer bearings must be installed so the set screws are facing
away
from the vehicle, opposite of the inner bearing.
A. Standard axle: Mount the bearing system directly to the lower body (Figure-1).
B. With optional Bearing Extension Kit: The bearing system closest to the body goes inside the bearing box,
while the outer bearing system goes on the inside (Figure-2).
8. Now all of the bearings are loosely assembled onto the Mudd-Ox. Begin to slide the axle into the outer assem-
blies. Once it reaches the inside of the tub, begin to reassemble all axle spacers, sprockets, and sprocket keys
in the same order in which they were removed. Continue to push the axle inwards while assembling.
Note:
Be
aware of hand positions and prevent injury.
9. Ensure the axle is completely through all bearing assemblies. Reverse
Removal
step #9 to tighten all bearing
flange bolts.
10. Next are the grease zerks:
A. If the Mudd-Ox is not equipped with relocated grease zerks: Move to step #11.
B. If the Mudd-Ox is equipped with relocated grease zerks: Reverse
Removal
step #8 B.
11. Reverse
Removal
step #5 to reinstall the axle end bolt.
Note:
Do not overtighten the bolt as it can break inside
the axle, causing the need to remove entire assembly again to repair.
12. Reverse
Removal
step #6 to tighten all bearing set screws.
13. Reverse
Removal
step #7 to tighten all sprocket set screws.
14. See
Greasing Axle Bearings
under
Bearings
to grease the new bearings.
15. See
Installation
under
Chains
to reinstall the chain(s).
16. See
Wheel Installation
under
Tires/Wheels
to reinstall the wheel.