Steering box drop arm
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I would like to see at least one or two threads showing after it’s fully tight. What’s that plate thing that’s on it ? Is it some kind of locking plate for the nut, as I don’t think it’s standard !!
Anaconda
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Should be a large locking washer similar to a wheel bearing lock washer.
That nut doesn't look far enough on in the photo.
Welcome to the forum.
That nut doesn't look far enough on in the photo.
Welcome to the forum.
tottot
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The shaft splines and the arm hole are tapered so when nut done up it goes tight, real tight. [ if it was you who removed the arm you will know how tight they can be] The security lock tab is standard fit.
There is a master spline and if not lined up arm will not go on right.
There is a master spline and if not lined up arm will not go on right.
I’ve removed and refitted boxes and drop arms a few times, and I don’t recall any lock washers with lugs as long as those. I’m now going to have to crawl under mine and have a gander now though. I did notice the box was wet the other week though, so I’ll be experiencing the joy of getting the arm off against soon.
tottot
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I have said this before but back in the day I recon Land Rover had Man Mountain lean on the nut to do it up as first time removal has been the worst. The locking tab in pic may be non standard but one should be fitted.
I agree. I do refit with coppaslip, but always wonder if I should to be honest, as It’s the last thing you want to loosen and fall off.
bankz5152
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There is a lock washer. Gwyn Lewis has a fitting guide.
Torque to spec, drive for a bit then re torque and hammer the lock washer into place.
Torque to spec, drive for a bit then re torque and hammer the lock washer into place.
