'H' Rear Axle Question

FBH44 · Jun 11, 2013

Gotta ask, I just don't see the reason; why is there a one-inch "drop" at the outside end of the 'H' axle casting? The outside 6 inches or so of this casting "drop" about an inch. The axle and bearing rest in the bottom of this casting. Never have seen the reason for the "drop".

Janicholson · Jun 11, 2013

Just less material whetre the srength is not needed (none break!) Opinion. Jim

Keith Budd · Jun 11, 2013

The drop helps retain oil for the outer bearing if you are working on un even ground, The capillary action of the axle as the oil is going around the bull gear works the oil out to lube the bearing, if it gets too full goes back to the housing.

D Slater · Jun 12, 2013

Not going to say your answer is wrong. Makes me wonder about it though. Since the original outer bearings were shielded on the side to the transmission and greased from the outside.

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