Re: [MV] M35 sprag front axle, Working or Not?

From: everette (194cbteng@bellsouth.net)
Date: Thu Feb 05 2004 - 15:51:16 PST


I would suggest that you NOT center bumper -- get a frame rail behind the
part of bumper you put against tree

Everette

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Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2004 4:52 PM
Subject: Re: [MV] M35 sprag front axle, Working or Not?

In a message dated 2/5/04 4:34:01 PM Eastern Standard Time,
frey2@eng.usf.edu
writes:

> how can i determine whether or not it is working. i
> dont want to go off roading to see,

Crude as it sounds, I just pull up against a big tree in compund low and let
out the clutch. There will be evidence in the yard if the front drive is
working. Checking it in reverse is a little more difficult. You can try to
line it
up on the bumperette or use a heavy chain or tow strap. I've concluded from
my 4 wheelin and off road recovery business, straps of adequate size work
best. I keep a 6" recovery strap with my truck!
Kenny



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