Originally Posted by 3B
...If I'm remembering correctly that would mean a bulkhead in the hub or a snap ring groove or a snap ring was missing, damaged, or incorrect.
I think we're onto something with that big snap ring(s?) and spacer that fits in the hub.

Pictures sure would help a lot.

Grigg

•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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