Ford F-250 Diesel Wheel Hub - extra washers

BUCKEYEJMG

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1925 FORD F-250

I had to replace the front right wheel hub because of a bad bearing. I tried to use a hub remover before realizing it was held on by four bolts. Now that I have the new hub on only one of the original three washers will fit. What are the purpose of these washers and is it ok to only have one.

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MIKE H R

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The washers have a dual perpose, they hold the bolt so it does not dig into the metal making it harder to remove, they are round and give a even pressure to the area. The correct tightness can be obtained compared to the bolt itself. You can get along with one for a limited amount of time but I would suggest that you gen new washers and put them on.

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Tuesday, October 30th, 2007 AT 9:11 AM

BUCKEYEJMG

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The washers I am referring to are inside the hub and are held in place by a key ring.

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Tuesday, October 30th, 2007 AT 9:15 AM

MIKE H R

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Could you give me the year, and engine number of the truck so I can check it out what washers you are talking about?

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Friday, November 2nd, 2007 AT 9:28 AM

BUCKEYEJMG

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It is a Ford F250 Diesel engine. It looks like the knuckle that the hub connects to may be cracked. How hard is that to fix? How do you remove the axel?

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Friday, November 2nd, 2007 AT 10:17 AM