I've just ordered a spinner removal tool from Oldtimertools.com to try an avoid damaging my wheels again with the hammer. Does anybody know what torque the spinners need when refitting the spinners?
Vince
Wheel spinner torque
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Re: Wheel spinner torque
The best tool I've used so far is a lead mallet. It doesn't matter how many times you miss the spinner, you won't damage the wheel.
As to the correct torque, I haven't got a clue I'm afraid.
Paul
As to the correct torque, I haven't got a clue I'm afraid.
Paul
Re: Wheel spinner torque
The spinner was on so tight I had to really use a lot of force to release it. I was using a mallet with a soft copper head and caught the edge of the rim on the down stroke and managed to damage it. I've asked Gerry if he has a replacement wheel but he hasn't at the moment. The tool I've ordered is what Gerry uses so it should solve my problem. Vince
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Re: Wheel spinner torque
The manual says not to use a torque wrench.
https://www.oldtimertools.de/out/media/ ... Manual.pdf
I must admit I have always used the cloth side of a Thor hammer, which trashes the cloth over time but keeps the spinner unmarked. Done this for 40 years now but quite fancy one of these tools, so might order one too.
I was hoping to get one of the tools made by the guy who appeared on here some time back, but despite the odd nudge nothing seems to be happening and as he was making them in his spare retirement time I don't want to push. The German one looks a good price though, although it's a pain having to buy a 3/4" drive bar to use it. My entire tool chest is a mix of 3/8" or 1/4" drive, so it'll feel huge!
https://www.oldtimertools.de/out/media/ ... Manual.pdf
I must admit I have always used the cloth side of a Thor hammer, which trashes the cloth over time but keeps the spinner unmarked. Done this for 40 years now but quite fancy one of these tools, so might order one too.
I was hoping to get one of the tools made by the guy who appeared on here some time back, but despite the odd nudge nothing seems to be happening and as he was making them in his spare retirement time I don't want to push. The German one looks a good price though, although it's a pain having to buy a 3/4" drive bar to use it. My entire tool chest is a mix of 3/8" or 1/4" drive, so it'll feel huge!
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Re: Wheel spinner torque
The problem with the Thor mallets is not so much the copper or hide, but the steel head the holds both materials. If you miss-hit, the steel head can make contact and damage the wheel.
I'll stick with my very used looking lead mallet.
Paul
I'll stick with my very used looking lead mallet.
Paul
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Re: Wheel spinner torque
Don't think you will, as mentioned in my post!catsx11 wrote:If you do a search on here you'll find a lot of info, great tips and a similar tool that is custom made for a lot less money!COX5012 wrote:I've just ordered a spinner removal tool from Oldtimertools.com to try an avoid damaging my wheels again with the hammer. Does anybody know what torque the spinners need when refitting the spinners?
Vince
Re: Wheel spinner torque
I think I must have caught the wheel with the steel hammer body. I've had a look on the forum and there is quite a lot about spinner removal. I can't find anything here about torque. Having just done a google search I've got torques ranging from 250n to 400 so I think I will go somewhere in the middle, around 350n.
Re: Wheel spinner torque
Unless anyone has anything definitive.
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Re: Wheel spinner torque
I reckon somewhere between 'a good lean' and 'not too much' just about sums it up.
Period videos of mechanics changing race wheels is always entertaining!
Just watch that front wheel, and how long it takes:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRy_73ivcms
Happy hitting, chaps!
Period videos of mechanics changing race wheels is always entertaining!
Just watch that front wheel, and how long it takes:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRy_73ivcms
Happy hitting, chaps!