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Old Cimex - Eddie Rhone - 07-14-2015
Hi Everyone
Acquired a very old R38 Cimex a while ago looking to try a make it a working machine again with a number of peoples help found replacement parts and its close to finishing,but one problem remains the tee piece on the axle appears stuck sprayed with penetrating oil and given a good tap but still no joy.
Any suggestions very welcome.
Thanks Eddie
RE: Old Cimex - encapman - 07-14-2015
The axle will need to be cut. Then a new axle and new tee piece can be inserted. Once the old zinc axle fuses to the tee-piece, there's no way to recover it.
While you're at it, you might consider upgrading the whole thing with a "Big Boy Wheel Kit". With that kit you'll get a new STAINLESS STEEL axle, a new tee-piece, and 10" wheels with bearings. It is a monumental upgrade in the way the machine will roll and handle. http://www.excellent-supply.com/Cimex-Big-Boy-Wheel-Kit-Upgrade-10-inch-for-all-Cimex-Machines-_p_186.html
RE: Old Cimex - Lounge Lizards - 07-15-2015
HINT: When punching the old axel out, put a driver against the axel to prevent the hammer from spreading the axel, stopping it from sliding through the carrier.
