On my 51 8N there was an .010 axle hub spacer between the backing plate and the axle housing. Is there any reason for it to be there? No matter where you put it the preload is the same, just wondering why it's there. No wear on the inside end of the axle and no end play when bolts are tightened so I'd say preload is OK.
http://www.oldfordtractors.com/rep.htm#q15
Also on Smith's page he recommends RTV everywhere, is this needed? This tractor has the inner and outer seals.
http://www.oldfordtractors.com/rep.htm#q15
Also on Smith's page he recommends RTV everywhere, is this needed? This tractor has the inner and outer seals.