garden tractor wheel lug nuts and studs

[AJAXParticipant @ajax]

Some progress has now been made. The chassis has been fully stripped down and some weld repairs made. It has been repainted with Hammerite red oxide primer and Lidl grey paint. I have used this Lidl paint on several projects and rate it highly – it can't be beaten on price, it's tough and looks good too. The wheels are back on and the motor is being positioned for permanent mounting.

Edited By AJAX on 10/06/2020 20:25:25

[AJAXParticipant @ajax]

And here is a video update if anyone is interested to have a look around.

[AJAXParticipant @ajax]

Posted by oldvelo on 09/06/2020 02:34:56:

Hi Ajax

I had problems too with accessing my albums Etc. The advice I recieved was to use the Icon No 6 on the second row of the posting window or as it advises Ctrl + K keys together.

Great interesting project looking forward to seeing it running.

Eric

Eric,

Thanks for your helpful suggestion. I tried the link option (Ctrl+K) which produced a text link, but found the Image button a better option when I found that I could use the URL for the image.

Brian

[AJAXParticipant @ajax]

Just thought I might mention that I used 1/2" UNC screws with the original lug nuts and it's been working just fine. In fact, it has been a real workhorse and the wheels haven't fallen off, yet.

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Posted by Hopper on 02/06/2020 08:38:34:

UNC taper thread? No such beast exists that I have ever seen. Sure it is not just a worn stud?

Can you clean up the existing studs and Loctite the short ends into the hub and screw the lugnuts on to the longer ends, with wheel etc?

Or use 1/2" UNC high tensile machine set screws screwed through from behind and Loctited in position? Or cut the heads off them and make your own studs?

I never used Loctite in the end (I didn't have any) but keep meaning to buy some for this and other similar jobs. I see there are different versions of Loctite – can anyone suggest which one I buy for general use like this?

[EmgeeParticipant @emgee]

For permanent fixing I use 638, however you can still remove the studs by applying heat to break the bond.

Emgee

[AJAXParticipant @ajax]

Posted by Emgee on 20/10/2020 23:18:35:

For permanent fixing I use 638, however you can still remove the studs by applying heat to break the bond.

Emgee

Thanks for that.

As an aside, I see that Toolstation stock "Loctite Threadlocker (Normal)" — I wonder what that is.

[Alan DonovanParticipant @alandonovan54394]

Hi AJAX

If you visit the Loctite company website you will find their complete range of products, complete with instructions for use and what situations they should be used in. A visit to the website would ensure you are using the correct product for your application.
Loctite do manufacture a couple of ‘general multipurpose’ grades as well as specific grades for specific applications. One of their multipurpose grades would probably suit most home workshop situations, and would probably be available from most DIY or ME outlets.

I hope that helps.

Keep safe. Alan

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