Wheel Bearing Hub


WhippleGT

GT Owner
May 23, 2022
29
Dear members,
I noticed that on the both wheel bearing hubs (front) one bolt at a time was shortenend. (see pic) What reason could that be?
Regards
 

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DakotaGT

GT Owner
Mark II Lifetime
Dec 9, 2012
1,711
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Somebody trying to use an incorrect lug nut?
 

twobjshelbys

GT Owner
Jul 26, 2010
6,160
Las Vegas, NV
Are you referring to the one in the front that has more thread? Both sides, correct? Is it possible this was for a locking hub nut?
 

nota4re

GT Owner
Mark IV Lifetime
Le Mans 2010 Supporter
Feb 15, 2006
4,271
Are you referring to the one in the front that has more thread? Both sides, correct? Is it possible this was for a locking hub nut?
That was a real head scratcher, but I think Tony nailed it. It was probable shortened to accommodate a wheel lock. Good one, Tony!
 

twobjshelbys

GT Owner
Jul 26, 2010
6,160
Las Vegas, NV
That was a real head scratcher, but I think Tony nailed it. It was probable shortened to accommodate a wheel lock. Good one, Tony!
It's hard to tell in the picture but i don't know if the bolt is shorter or merely has more threads where the other ones have a shoulder.
 

WhippleGT

GT Owner
May 23, 2022
29
Are you referring to the one in the front that has more thread? Both sides, correct? Is it possible this was for a locking hub nut?
Yes, the one in front with more thread on both sides.
The original nuts were installed when the vehicle was purchased