[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > 1960 Rambler rear wheel hubs. Been there. Replaced that. > > May not have been a good idea (where are they now?), but > it was OEM.
Thanks for info Eric. This doesn't change my point and just reinforces my (and your) opinion that even OEM then may have bad ideas to save a buck. Tell me why go into a trouble/expense cutting splines (instead of simple keyway) if mating part doesn't have any? I'll tell you: because previous hub model did have splines and manufacturer didn't want to change rear axle when they've changed the hub. Saves money? Sure. Good idea and right thing to do? No even if physically attachment is strong if you smash a hub onto the splines. Just saving a buck was a top priority, no other explanation. When I said "OEM" I should probably have said "respecting itself OEM".
