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Old Feb 7, 2015 | 02:17 PM
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front hub missing hex nut on axle

working on a buddies 99 f250 and his hubs weren't unlocking. took the riverside apart and theres no hex nut on the axle! there is one on the passenger side. is there suppose to be one on the Driverside?
 
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Old Feb 7, 2015 | 05:01 PM
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There should be no hub nut on any side, there sealed bearings and the axle shaft should be held in with a snap ring. I dont know what is going on there someone played around with it.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2015 | 07:09 PM
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Originally Posted by wannabe7.3
working on a buddies 99 f250 and his hubs weren't unlocking. took the riverside apart and theres no hex nut on the axle! there is one on the passenger side. is there suppose to be one on the Driverside?
Are you referring to the plastic hex shaped thrust washer? You should have them on both sides.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2015 | 07:09 PM
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I think he's talking about the plastic shim nut and yes both sides should be the same. Parts are inexpensive.


You are talking about OEM auto locking hubs, correct?
 
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part way down this "how to" is a picture of the order they are installed


Ford Super Duty Ball Joint Replacement Procedure | Superdutypsd.com




washer kit


http://www.drivetrainamerica.com/p-6...asher-kit.aspx
 
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Old Feb 7, 2015 | 08:50 PM
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Can he that washer through www.dieselorings.com as well.
 
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Can he that washer through DieselOrings as well.
Yes, he can! Front Hub Thrust Washers - 1999-2004 Ford 7.3 Diesel Axle
 
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