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New Departure Model D overhaul
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dasberger
I live for the CABE
When I do mine I take a paint brush and put a dap of oil (10w 30) between the discs as I go. I've found that they stick together and if you align the tabs as you stack they act like a single unit that you can drop in the shell. Also dab some oil in the grooves of the shell with the brush. Doesn't really take that much oil... too much and it will run out of the hub
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piercer_99
Cruisin' on my Bluebird
use the directions, I haven't had an issue with them as long as I did it this way.
piercer_99
Cruisin' on my Bluebird
as a side note of importance, on lubricate all other parts with #3 cup grease.
#3 cup grease is not manufactured any longer, recommended as a suitable replacement is a synthetic grease, I use a 2 NLGI grade synthetic on my model D's.
I also use a synthetic hypoid on the discs (mobil 1 hypoid 85w)
Ernbar
I live for the CABE
Did you use 600 grit sandpaper to polish both sides of the discs? This removes any burrs and helps improve operation. Like the others said oil on the discs and grease on the bearings. I use 30W motor oil, a few drops will do. I also use an old credit card to align the disc tabs once they are mounted on the support sleeve so they can be inserted into the shell.
ricobike
Wore out three sets of tires already!
Hey Shawn, I just posted some instructions in the workshop forum on how to make a simple tool to do this. Check it out
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mikey67
Finally riding a big boys bike
I used a wire wheel on my bench grinder. I'm not sure of the assembly of the clutch and spring now. Lol
Ernbar
I live for the CABE
Look at the above diagram and see how the spring fits into a slot in the clutch. Here is a great video on the subject. Only thing I would do is use oil and not thick grease on the discs to make things spin smoothly and effortlessly.
HBSyncro
Finally riding a big boys bike
Bringing this thread back to life. I have done a few hub services, but I am by no means an expert. Serviced my model D and all went well. When I rode the bike the brakes worked awesome, but it does not engage the drive until a half or 3/4 of a turn. I remember putting the transfer spring back on, but after I researched I do not remember the spring looking like a brand new one. It didn't really have the upturned end. Is this indicative of the need for a new spring? Brakes work great, but free wheels in forward for a bit. Thanks!
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