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Flanged or Flared ?

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by tinpan, Dec 12, 2010.

  1. Dec 12, 2010
    tinpan

    tinpan New Member

    Derby NY
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    Can someone help me understand the difference between flanged and flared axles . I know there are differences in bearings that support the axle, but how can i tell one from the other by looking at the vehicle ? Pic's would be helpful !
    I have a 52 m38a1 , with original suspension that I'm gonna start rebuilding next spring. Thanks
     
    tinpan, Dec 12, 2010
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  2. Dec 12, 2010
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Flanged is a one piece axle; the hub where the wheel bolts on is a part of the shaft.
    A tapered, or two-piece, the hub is a separate piece that's held on to the shaft with a nut, visible on the end of the shaft, with a dust cover over it.
     
    Patrick, Dec 12, 2010
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  3. Dec 12, 2010
    tinpan

    tinpan New Member

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    Thanks Patrick,
    That helps to give me a reference point to look for . So would that make my A1 a flanged axle ,, right ?
     
    tinpan, Dec 12, 2010
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    mb82

    mb82 I feel great!

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    It if it stock then it is Tapered axle.
     
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