| LD PARKER | -- 06-01-2019 @ 3:52 PM |
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I have a 1934 Ford Tudor with 1940 hydraulic brakes. Since I have original 1934 wire wheels I understand you need to use a center support so the rims do not warp. I bought a set from speedway motors (Ford wire wheel center supports) but my studs are not long enough. Has anyone had this problem? Does anyone have an idea of the length of replacement studs I will need?
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| trjford8 | -- 06-02-2019 @ 7:51 AM |
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Check with Gorilla Automotive. They make all types of lug nuts and I think they make lug nuts that extend through the hole to grab more threads. This message was edited by trjford8 on 6-2-19 @ 7:52 AM
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| TomO | -- 06-02-2019 @ 7:53 AM |
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The studs on 1940 drums project 3/4" from the drum. The plate is .114" or 2 threads on the 1/2" x 20 stud. If the plate is seated on the drum, you should be able to get a standard lug nut on the stud. The lug nut should fit on the stud. Can you post a photo of the adapter on the drum and the back of the wheel. Tom
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| LD PARKER | -- 06-02-2019 @ 5:21 PM |
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Here are the pics Tom. FYI...…..both front rims and the rear driver's rim worked fine with the wire wheel support. The rear passenger just doesn't have enough threads to secure safely. Thoughts?
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| TomO | -- 06-03-2019 @ 9:05 AM |
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Are your other drums the same as the one in the photo? Could it be that the projections (outlined in red o the photo) inside of the studs are holding the support out too far? I have never seen a drum like that. All of the ones that I have seen have a flat surface around the studs. Tom
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| LD PARKER | -- 06-03-2019 @ 2:03 PM |
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TomO Yes, the other rear hub (driver's side/ photo) has projections as well but not as pronounced as the passenger rear...……..could have been ground down a bit. I'll probably buy two rear hubs so that there is full contact with wheel center support. Thanks for your thoughts TomO and thanks TrjFord for your information.
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| CharlieStephens | -- 06-03-2019 @ 2:08 PM |
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The drums you show have the projections intended for the wire wheels. You need '40 drums. Although on a different topic you might find the illustrations interesting: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/40-ford-wheels-on-a-model-a.750368/#post-8330045 Charlie Stephens This message was edited by CharlieStephens on 6-3-19 @ 2:11 PM
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| juergen | -- 06-03-2019 @ 4:58 PM |
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Charlie, why does he need 40 drums? Can't he use the 34 drums as is (without a spacer)? Of course with the 40 drums you would need the spacer.
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| trjford8 | -- 06-04-2019 @ 7:23 AM |
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I had the same thought as juergen.
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| LD PARKER | -- 06-05-2019 @ 3:57 AM |
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Great discussion guys! I think I'll leave everything as it is if those hubs are intended for wire wheels. Appreciate your thoughts / opinions.
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| Model B | -- 06-05-2019 @ 5:56 AM |
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I believe you will be fine with the drums you have without any spacers. Your drums appear to be 1935 Ford drums since the part number has the "48" prefix cast into it. As you know...1935 was the last year for the wire wheels for Ford.
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| 40 Coupe | -- 06-06-2019 @ 5:26 AM |
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The previous poster is correct your showing 1935 drums which do not need the wire wheel spacer.
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| TomO | -- 06-06-2019 @ 7:20 AM |
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I am glad that someone came up with the answer to your problem. I had no idea that the wire wheel drums were different than the steel wheel drums, so I learned something new. Tom
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| LD PARKER | -- 06-07-2019 @ 4:24 AM |
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Thank you Model B and 40 Coupe...…….I knew I needed to reach out for answers since I was unsure of what I needed to do. I appreciate all the replies to this discussion.
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| carcrazy | -- 06-07-2019 @ 7:43 AM |
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Once you determine exactly what size and type of wheel studs you need, you can purchase them from Dorman. Auto parts stores carry them and if they don't have your size in stock, they can order them for you.
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