2000 Ford F350 FRONT HUB RETAINER CLIPS

2000 FORD F-350
10,200 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHACH232
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I just replaced the right front hub on my truck and noticed that the grove on the shaft that the snap ring goes on is very shallow. When I was removing the old hub, the snap ring was completely off. Is there anything that I could do to prevent the snap ring comming off again? It seem pretty flemsy way to hold that shaft from moving in and out the hub.
Jun 21, 2009 at 2:32 AM
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BUDDYCRAIGG
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I would suggest you use a new ring, so you know it's not deformed and hasn't lost any of it's "springiness".

that and make sure the groove is very clean so the ring can fit positively in it and not resting on any grit.
Jun 21, 2009 at 11:59 AM
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