I'm a Nailhead Guy and new to the Flathead scene. The fan on my 8BA is loose and causing one heck of a vibration. From what I understand, these have a crafty little clutch setup and the way it wobbles, it feels like the clutch has ****ped out. I've been busy and haven't had time to dig into it yet, but before I do; I'd like to know what I'm getting into. It appears the shaft and the ***embly are one and I suspect there are bearings inside that are no longer there, am I correct? Does the shaft come off after the two nuts are removed? Once off, does anyone have a link or information on how to dis***embly/rebuild one of these? Anyone know where I can get a rebuild kit or replacement? Thanks, and appreciated. Keep them out of the 'yard! Brother ED.>
We sell the replacement shaft and the spindle bearing for this fan. This link to our website tells you the whole story about the fan. http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/flathead_oilfilledfan-servicetips.htm
Just a short additional comment here….there’s no clutch inside the hub, nor are there any conventional bearings (ball or roller or needle type). The very hardened shaft runs on a film of oil inside the casting called a spindle bearing. The maintenance and proper refilling of the oil cavity is very important. If maintained correctly, it will last a long time.