ajh Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 I'm wondering if doing an adjustable version of the top swivel pin (Defender/top bearing in this case) is something that anyone has tried or has thoughts on? My general feeling is one where the pin is separate and v-fine threaded with two lock-nuts above might work and be less hassle to keep the preload in spec. Yes, I've been having issues with swivel pre-load not staying consistent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Idris Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Something else is wrong ! It's a good idea that you shouldn't need? But I've never had any luck unless I clean and strip the whole swivel assembly spotless, set the pre-load and then fit the seal. They are a complete A to do for sure. My sympathies If you do the thread thing, we want photo's As this type of adjustment was fitted to International tractors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Shouldn't need to! Are you using decent parts? I've not had any trouble setting swivel preloads with the railko bush set-up. If you need to keep adjusting it then unless you're doing millions of miles a year there is something wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Smith Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 I switched from EP90 to one shot and had to start adjusting it. Went back to EP and haven't had to touch them since. Might be a coincidence, but I'm sticking with EP now regardless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex Member Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 It should never need adjustment if clean oil is kept in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToyRoverlander Posted November 27, 2014 Share Posted November 27, 2014 Mine has such a thing.. Setting up for first install is very very easy. No need to mess about with shims. Adjusting it is not really needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Idris Posted November 27, 2014 Share Posted November 27, 2014 Engyart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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