Old sprockets don’t want to fit on the new axel ?

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Old sprockets don’t want to fit on the new axel ?

08-08-2020, 01:53 PM

I am replacing a axel on a avenger ...do I need to tap it into place with a hammer ?its a brand new axle
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08-08-2020, 02:26 PM

Originally posted by jordo420 View Post

I am replacing a axel on a avenger ...do I need to tap it into place with a hammer ?its a brand new axle

Clean the sprocket with wire brush, if you have to tap it on, run the length of the splines until it moves free to clear debris from sprocket spline.

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