For those of you with center locks I made a simple video to help explain where the proper center lock mechanism position should be after you have torqued your wheels.
Seems there is a lot of confusion and not having them locked properly can lead to a potential wheel loss from the hub.

I use a Craftsman 1/2" universal joint, part number 4425, but any 1/2" tool that will fit with in the locking mechanism and allow you to jiggle it while it is extending works also. Some can just use their finger but I never mastered that.


Walt

 

Alright, it seems mine were not properly locked in the rear.

I just went out and jiggled them around and they popped out. They all sitting close to the edge, this is good to know! I always figured they would lock normal without any issues, but it seems it's better to check.

 

Great vid Walt, very helpful. I've never had to change my CL myself but this is good to know..rep points added!

 

repped

 

Great Video ! Repped.


Will be getting that tool from Sears this weekend.


Please don't laugh to hard but, how do you get the gray covers off to expose these "hubs"


Thanks

 

use a very small screwdriver and try not to scratch the cap as you remove it. Friction holds the cap's inner gasket to the inside of the wheel hub. Simple.