I think I am getting a clearer picture. Does the locking bolt connect to the slot in the spindle pin at the bottom, or the side of the spindle pin?

Marty

Marty, Carl's explanation is very good. Maybe this info will help you out further. The purpose of the locking bolt is to correctly position the spindle in the assembly and to prevent it from rotating when you torque the spindle end nuts. As Carl said, the notch is not in the center of the spindle. Also, orient the flat, of the spidle notch, with the centerline of the locking bolt through hole before installing it. Rotating the spindle, when it's already installed is difficult if not impossible without dorking something up. The tapper on the locking bolt bears against the flat area of the spindle notch. Remember to use some type of anti-seize during assembly. hope this info helps you out.

Originally posted by Marty Rogan

I think I am getting a clearer picture. Does the locking bolt connect to the slot in the spindle pin at the bottom, or the side of the spindle pin?

More like on the side. and as 240ZX mentioned, use lots of anti-seize or grease or whatever when re-assembling. The idea is to keep the new spindle and locking pins from being as difficult to remove as the old ones were, if the need ever arises.

Thanks Carl. I've got it now.

All I need now it the time to do it!!! Probably in June the way its going.

Marty