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Stage 8's X-Lock
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![]() After inserting the thrust washer, slide the notched washer onto the spindle. Notice how the inside tab on the washer fits in the groove cut along the length of the spindle.
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![]() Next, the Stage 8 nut goes onto the spindle. Here you can see how it is grooved along its outer surface to allow the fitment of a snap ring.
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![]() After tightening the nut to the correct torque, the locking retainer is slid over the Stage 8 nut. Rotate the retainer until its inner tabs and bottom tabs line up with grooves or slots in the Stage 8 nut and the notched washer. The X-Lock system provides enough settings so that the spindle nut can be locked to with 1/2 degree of any position needed.
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![]() Finally, install the snap ring around the Stage 8 nut, which locks the locking retainer in place.
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I highly recommend this product. It makes it super easy to remove/re-install hub assemblies and keeps the bearing pre-load just right, preserving the life of your bearings and, more importantly, saving you the work of replacing them.
As of November, 2009, they have kits for Dana 30, 35, 44, 60 and 70 spindles. There are some restrictions so check their website for full details: http://www.stage8.com
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