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TECH FAQ SECTIONS => Chassis, brakes and suspension. => Topic started by: Rob G on April 07, 2019, 07:44:55 PM

Title: Swaging rear studs
Post by: Rob G on April 07, 2019, 07:44:55 PM

So I have figured out the removal process for removing the studs from the rear hubs/drums... the hard way of course.

My question is; is it necessary to swage the new studs back in?

There is a lot of discussion about removing studs/swage, but nothing about reinstallation that I can find.

Title: Re: Swaging rear studs
Post by: Russell on April 09, 2019, 12:32:22 AM

 I've replaced broken studs before and they went in the old hole. I tapped mine is with a hammer. Then finished them when I put the tire back on to make sure they seated. In my opinion it worked fine. Just my two cense.

Title: Re: Swaging rear studs
Post by: Rob G on April 10, 2019, 03:27:04 PM

Thanks for the input!