28-12-2022, 11:08 AM
I have one rear hub that has a dodgy pull thread but is otherwise a good ft on the end of the axleshaft. If I ever have to remove it, I use a sledge hammer in the manner described in the article. Just use the weight of the hammer to hit the end of the shaft. Never failed yet. Mind you, I am too scared to hit the naked end of the shaft. I put the nut on and screw it flush with the end of the shaft first. I do possess a die the correct thread to clean up the thread on the hub, but mine is too badly damaged to clean up effectively. One of these days I shall get around to replacing it if I can get one with a good taper. In the meantime, I take the view that’s good fit on the end of the shaft is more important.