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dial indicator and front brakes
im going to do front pads and rotors on my 87 sdl but have not used dial indicator before to set bearing load,i see pics of how it attaches but do not have info as to how it to use it and set load.
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You're not setting bearing "load"............you're setting axial clearance in the bearing.
The indicator should have a magnetic base and you stick it on the rotor. Adjust the arm so that it contacts the end of the spindle (cap removed). You observe the indicator while attempting to force the rotor outward and inward. The indicator will probably move about .005" and you'll hear a slight clunk when you do it. Now, gradually turn the adjustment screw clockwise...........in very small increments...........until you slowly creep up on a clearance of .0005". Anything less than .001" will be fine, but be sure the needle still moves. Tighten the clamp...........recheck the clearance and confirm that it's still OK..........remove the indicator and reinstall the cap. |
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thanks for the clear info.is there a big difference between an 18$ dial indicator vs 99 $ for my axial play measurement?
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$18 sounds a bit too low for an indicator with a mag base and some adjustable arms. Remember you must reach out and over to the spindle. I think I paid about $60. for this one. |
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whunter had posted link on diy brakes for tools ,one supplier had 18$ one
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link............?
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Harbor Freight has them for about that regularly... sometimes less on sale...
I have used mine and checked it with feeler gauges and it was plenty close to correct... I also have an Enco... same results...
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1980 240d , chain elongation, cam marks reference: http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/10414-help-i-need-check-stretch.html http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/305365-9-degrees-chain-stretch.html evap fin cleaning: http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/156207-photo-step-step-post-showing-w123-evaporator-removal-1983-240d-1982-300td.html?highlight=evaporator A/C thread http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/297462-c-recommendations-mb-vehicles.html |
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The tool at wttool should work fine for you. That's a great price. |
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