Wheel Bolts - Have you checked yours lately?
Tractors Owned: 1949 Cub "Ernie"
Re: Wheel Bolts - Have you checked yours lately?
Good to see you noticed it before you had a three wheeler!
I've had that happen,once. Tightened wit a pneumatic wrench, and they still loosened!
Glad to here you caught that when you did.You may need to take a look at the holes in the wheel and see if they still have the proper shape or if they look worn,also check the shoulders on the lug bolts to see if they are still smooth and even,if the bolts and wheels do not seat properly they will very likely be a chore to keep tight.You could buy new lug bolts pretty reasonable at napa or other parts supply in your area.If wheel holes are worn you could probably buy longer lug bolts and put a jam nut on the inside of the wheel as this would keep them from working loose.Just my 2 cents.
I've had them loosen up on me but never all the way out. I usually hear a clunk or some sound that lets me know.