f433921 Report post Posted March 21, 2019 On 3/21/2019 at 3:21 AM, huffypuff said: I believe if it was oil filled it may last longer. No to repacking so often as to much trouble to R&R. Are the shaft seal adequate to hold oil? Jim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 22, 2019 On 3/21/2019 at 9:28 PM, f433921 said: Are the shaft seal adequate to hold oil? Jim What shaft seals? They only have nylon bushings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted March 22, 2019 I would use the Lucas Red "N" Tacky grease or the Sta Lube. I haven't found anything that stayes in wheel bearings like Sta Lube. Both stick to the metal and won't wipe off or squeeze out as easily as most do. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 22, 2019 Ray was thinking of using oil fill...brass/metal, probably less friction! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted March 22, 2019 I don't think it matters what lube he uses, sounds like that coach is on the short term list for the Huffman family! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 22, 2019 On 3/22/2019 at 2:20 AM, WILDEBILL308 said: I would use the Lucas Red "N" Tacky grease or the Sta Lube. I haven't found anything that stayes in wheel bearings like Sta Lube. Both stick to the metal and won't wipe off or squeeze out as easily as most do. Bill I use the red stuff in my shop but I'm not going to take apart the new gearbox for it. It's great for wheel bearings and all greasable joints. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 22, 2019 On 3/22/2019 at 7:43 AM, manholt said: Ray was thinking of using oil fill...brass/metal, probably less friction! There isn't any seals so it would leak out and make a mess under the bed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 22, 2019 On 3/22/2019 at 10:54 AM, jleamont said: I don't think it matters what lube he uses, sounds like that coach is on the short term list for the Huffman family! It's will be what makes DW happy, I'm just the driver. 😅 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted March 22, 2019 On 3/22/2019 at 2:24 PM, huffypuff said: It's will be what makes DW happy, I'm just the driver. 😅 I can relate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted March 22, 2019 On 3/22/2019 at 2:24 PM, huffypuff said: It's will be what makes DW happy, I'm just the driver. 😅 I can relate to that. Saying in my house, "I am master of this house. Whatever my wife says shall be done." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 23, 2019 I'm not even married yet and can relate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 23, 2019 On 3/23/2019 at 2:01 AM, manholt said: I'm not even married yet and can relate! Run, before it's too late. jk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 29, 2019 Got the new gearbox a couple of days ago and finally had enough time to install it. It works great but don't have the full weight on it yet. I found the bed frame and foundation to be a little flimsy and going to beef it up. I keep everybody posted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 29, 2019 HR made something flimsy? If it was a 2016, I could understand, but yours is pre big bang! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 30, 2019 On 3/29/2019 at 9:03 AM, manholt said: HR made something flimsy? If it was a 2016, I could understand, but yours is pre big bang! The divider inside had screws that pulled out and the platform that the mattress lays on is coming apart in the middle at the feet due to staples pulling. This will be fixed with longer screws and nuts. Also I will be hitting the edge trim with construction cement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 30, 2019 Ray, Screw's and nuts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 30, 2019 On 3/30/2019 at 5:52 AM, manholt said: Ray, Screw's and nuts? Was just screws but will go through with longer shoulder screws from the outside in and add speed nuts like these. https://www.amazon.com/Speed-Nuts/b?ie=UTF8&node=16410081 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 30, 2019 Ah, have seen them before! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted March 31, 2019 On 3/30/2019 at 9:03 PM, huffypuff said: Was just screws but will go through with longer shoulder screws from the outside in and add speed nuts like these. https://www.amazon.com/Speed-Nuts/b?ie=UTF8&node=16410081 Lost many finger skin on those, especially when the seize and spin and you think you can hold it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted March 31, 2019 The clip nuts will work if you arn't realey concerned about strength. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 31, 2019 On 3/31/2019 at 12:45 AM, jleamont said: Lost many finger skin on those, especially when the seize and spin and you think you can hold it You have to make sure to match the size of the screw. I seen many try a #6 speed nut on a #8 screw. On 3/31/2019 at 12:53 AM, WILDEBILL308 said: The clip nuts will work if you arn't realey concerned about strength. Bill They are backup if the threads don't hold on the wood. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 31, 2019 On 3/31/2019 at 4:17 AM, RayIN said: huffypuff I used carriage bolts to secure angle iron to the underside of my bed platform, just be sure to put the nuts on the bottom side. The bed platform part I'm talking about is made out of wood. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 31, 2019 If that has changed, it was after 2011. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted March 31, 2019 On 3/31/2019 at 2:56 AM, huffypuff said: You have to make sure to match the size of the screw. I seen many try a #6 speed nut on a #8 screw. They are backup if the threads don't hold on the wood. Seized from rust or stripped. The clip portion would break off and they would spin. I always put a dot of Anti Seize on the threads when putting a car or truck back together to help the next guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted March 31, 2019 On 3/31/2019 at 11:16 AM, jleamont said: Seized from rust or stripped. The clip portion would break off and they would spin. I always put a dot of Anti Seize on the threads when putting a car or truck back together to help the next guy. Yes I had many speed clips go bad on vehicles exposed to the weather rusting and stripping them out. I use a small pair of vice grips to get to hold when getting them out. Hopefully there is no weather under the bed. 😂 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
