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Old Dec 9, 2007 | 04:03 PM
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Went to install my flush front axel and looks like you need to press the left side cap into the lower. Has anyone installed a flush axel and did you press the left cap in?

 
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Old Dec 9, 2007 | 04:55 PM
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Default RE: Flush Front Axel

Simple, the left side cap presses flush when you tighten the nut.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2007 | 04:57 PM
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Default RE: Flush Front Axel

I did a little light sanding to the knurls on the cap to get it started. The last 1/4" snugged up when I tightened the axle.

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Old Dec 9, 2007 | 05:00 PM
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You can just tighten the main axle to pull the cap into thelower OR some kits come with a bolt that you use to do the same thing...

It's easy.

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Old Dec 9, 2007 | 05:46 PM
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As Donny said, it'll flush right up for you and looks damn good.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2007 | 06:02 PM
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Nice, thanks for the info.
 
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