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terry

12-09-2003 08:32:45

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I am restoring an old tractor that was run a short distance with loose lug nuts. The holes
in rim are close to an inch in diameter with a beveled edge. Finding another rim is not very likely, so what are my options?

I can build up the edges with a wirefeed welder and grind off, but my concern is keeping all the holes exactly centered, that seems like the tough part!

My billfold won't allow me to take it to a machine shop.

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Brokenwrench

12-09-2003 16:19:52

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Re: elongated holes in rim in reply to terry, 12-09-2003 08:32:45

Check with some local dealers,parts stores,or tire dealers for larger outside diameter nuts. I have bought 1/2 thread lug nuts that take a 1 1/8 socket. Many other sizes are available.

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Nebraska Cowman

12-09-2003 11:06:02

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Re: elongated holes in rim in reply to terry, 12-09-2003 08:32:45

Just use washers with the nuts. Retighten them several times and you should be "good to go" Had the Duals come off a Chevy truck one time. broke several studs. I put in new studs new nuts and carried the wrench in the cab. Hauled silage and tightened them every load for a day or two till they stayed tight. pitty the poor fool that ever has to remove them!

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Rod (NH)

12-09-2003 09:31:24

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Re: elongated holes in rim in reply to terry, 12-09-2003 08:32:45

Hi Terry,

Here's one possible solution. Gemplers has 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10 hole rings available.

Rod

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terry

12-09-2003 20:49:35

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Re: Re: elongated holes in rim in reply to Rod (NH), 12-09-2003 09:31:24

Can someone tell me what gemplers are and where do I get them.

thanks a bunch guys

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Joe

12-09-2003 19:07:38

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Re: Re: elongated holes in rim in reply to Rod (NH), 12-09-2003 09:31:24

I've got these on the front of my ol' chevy dually. I only use it for heavy work like hauling hay or gravel or wood, so I don't go that fast...about 60 or so. They work great. Good luck!

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rustyfarmall

12-09-2003 12:07:15

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Re: Re: elongated holes in rim in reply to Rod (NH), 12-09-2003 09:31:24

I like that idea a whole lot better than the one I was trying to figure out how to explain.

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Ben in KY

12-09-2003 09:37:31

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Re: Re: elongated holes in rim in reply to Rod (NH), 12-09-2003 09:31:24

Rod,
That would be my recommendation as well.

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RAB

12-09-2003 09:21:36

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Re: elongated holes in rim in reply to terry, 12-09-2003 08:32:45

Are there no alternative holes you can use? My steel rims are drilled with lots of holes for various lug patterns and I have just used more appropriate holes. Are the bevels wear, or for a countersunk head?
What percentage of lugs were run loose? If 100%, I would possibly drill new holes and electric weld these ovals in completely (afterwards), as my welding would not be as easy to drill as the original rim. Make a jig so that all holes can be aligned as carefully as possible - the time spent will be worth it!
If only a few, then repair. Fill in and start again, enlarge and weld in a bushing, or whatever you feel happiest doing.
As an amateur, I would probably use a 'practool' for enlarging 13mm holes to that size, while using a power tool of limited wattage.
Hope this helps.
Regards, RAB

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