1864 Front wheel bearing
I picked up 2 used wheels with new tires for my 1864 and when test fitting them I noticed one had a lot of play in and out on the spindle due to a space between the washer and the bearing.
The other wheel is very tight.
My original wheel has some play, about half of the used wheel.
Space between the washer and bearing is about .045" on the loose used wheel and about .028" on my original wheel.
If the bearing is not tight on the spindle wouldn't that allow the inner race to spin on the spindle?
Are these hardening marks on the spindle?
I only have one flat washer whereas the parts diagram shows two. Is that simply the problem?
Thanks.
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