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Re: Removing stripped wheel stud

Reply #25 –
 Try to fit a whizz wheel/ cut off tool and cut / split the edges off of the nut.  Make a couple of slices . You wont be able to get all the way to the nut seat , but when you get close , you can crack the nut with a sharp chisel.  A good die grinder could also be helpful to get the last bit of nut.  Divide and conquer.

Re: Removing stripped wheel stud

Reply #26 –
I'd do as Mike suggested #2, if you can see that the back nut is spinning when you turn the lugnut. All the other options run the risk of damaging the wheel. Possibly the drill option would be the next choice to not damage the wheel. Grinding down into the wheel socket on a Budd wheel would require patience and small bits.
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Re: Removing stripped wheel stud

Reply #27 –
Quote from: Old Toolmaker –
I know this is insulting and basic but, here I go again:

Did you confirm that the stud is spinning in the rotor? 

And it wasn't a stupid mistake.  It was an error caused by ignorance.  Ignorance we can fix.  Stupid is forever.

So.  If the stud is turning in the rotor, can you tighten the nut and try and remove the lug nut?  It's a last gasp attempt before drilling out the stud.

Cutting and hammering and chiseling is only going to damage the soft aluminum wheel.

Dang it! I knew there were something else I needed to do.  Sat there staring at the lug thinking there is something else I am supposed to check, but could not recall what it was.  Guess I was excited that I was able to remove the other nuts, then got distracted by removing the passenger side to remove/clean/lube the brake pins and install helper springs.

I wanted to remove the passenger side so I could see the back side of the hub and determine a wrench size for that nut (which is 1-1/8").  Getting a wrench back there will definitely require cutting one down to fit between the rotor and rim.
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Reply #28 –
Quote from: DayDreamer –
Dang it! I knew there were something else I needed to do. 

I wanted to remove the passenger side so I could see the back side of the hub and determine a wrench size for that nut (which is 1-1/8").  Getting a wrench back there will definitely require cutting one down to fit between the rotor and rim.

I'm "there" most every day.

When you get around to drilling out the stud, The DeWalt brand seems to be about the best I can find in a non-industrial setting.

Don't forget to cut the stud off as close as you can to the nut.  And start with something manageable like a 1/8" drill.
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Re: Removing stripped wheel stud

Reply #29 –
Push stud out. . .

Build a short extending-bolt that presses against the rotor, and when extended pushes the stud out of the hub.

This is a trick used by Foretravel techs.

BTW, these Bud studs should have a big 'L' or 'R' on the outer end of the stud indicating thread's direction for tightening nut.  Also mentioned in this 7-year old posting:
Left hand threads on wheel studs,Budds

Re: Removing stripped wheel stud

Reply #30 –
Got the wheel off this weekend!!!
Both the nut and stud were turning.  Cut a 1-1/8" wrench and got the box end on the hub side nut, then was able to remove the lug nut.
Ground a couple flat spots on stud to hold it to loosen/remove the hub side nut.  Pried out the stud.

Now I have to find a replacement stud.  Mine is definitely different than the part numbers listed in Reply #7.  Those part numbers seem to be for a stud that is 3/4" on both ends.  I need one that is 1-1/8" on the wheel end and 3/4" on the hub end, approx 5" long, with serrations, but does not have the collar (the back side of the larger end is the collar).

Best match I have I have found so far is Mack 18X925.  I plan to call Foretravel this morning to see if they have one or can provide a part number before I start making the rounds at local supply houses.
40ft 1997 U320

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Reply #31 –
I ordered mine from Foretravel.
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Re: Removing stripped wheel stud

Reply #32 –
Called Foretravel for the stud.  They did not have any available, but provided a part number for 1997 U320.
I found them on ebay and FindItParts.  FindItParts was a better price (but I hate the way they add the 7% handling fee at checkout)
FindItParts also had the cap nuts (1199M117) for .80 each, so got 10 of those.

Meritor 20X1965 for the Left hand threaded stud
Meritor 20X1966 for the right hand threaded stud

Including a PDF with a picture and complete specifications for future reference.
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Reply #33 –
Maybe we can get a list showing years and models with part numbers.
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Re: Removing stripped wheel stud

Reply #34 –
Happy to report I received the replacement stud and installed it this weekend.  Was able to align the splines and drive it it with a brass hammer.  Put an old cap nut on first to protect the threads.

The reason I removed this wheel was to investigate a squeak which I assumed was a dragging brake pad.  I removed and cleaned up the caliper pins and installed helper springs. 

Also noticed the clevis pin was missing from the slack adjuster actuator rod, so replaced that.   

Have not been able to take it for a test drive yet, but hopeful the issue is resolved.

Many, many thanks to everyone who contributed. 
40ft 1997 U320

Re: Removing stripped wheel stud

Reply #35 –
Quote from: DayDreamer –
Happy to report I received the replacement stud and installed it this weekend.  Was able to align the splines and drive it it with a brass hammer.  Put an old cap nut on first to protect the threads.

Also noticed the clevis pin was missing from the slack adjuster actuator rod, so replaced that.   

Have not been able to take it for a test drive yet, but hopeful the issue is resolved.

Many, many thanks to everyone who contributed. 

Even better than a brass hammer, is a steel punch.  In my world we call them dowel pin punches.

If the clevis pin from the slack adjuster was missing, it may have been missing for a reason.  Keep an eye on that adjustment, watching that the brakes don't become too tight.
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1962 Studebaker Lark
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Charlie, the Dog was broken out of jail 24 Oct 2023
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