Talk:Axle
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What is an axle? Why is it important to the car?
As of today the article is very bad IMO... Ericd 18:55, 13 August 2005 (UTC)
- I pretty much rewrote the whole article last week. I'd like to add some pictures, especially a dump truck with an airlift axle, and something to illustrate tandem axles, because I think some pictures would clarify those concepts better than the text alone. A picture of train axles would be nice too. Kymacpherson 03:50, 2 September 2005 (UTC)
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I have a need for a clear explanation of Floating Axles vs. semi-floating axles or load bearing axles. What effect does this have on tonnage ratings. It is my understanding that to be rated 3/4 or 1 ton, a truck must have a floating axle. This apparently means the axle can't bear the load, but only be used to transmit rotational force while keeping the wheels attached and aligned.
Am I right about this. If you have knowledge in this area, could you please contribute to this article.
The best information that I have found to date is an F-150 forum.
(http://www.off-roadweb.com/tech/0112or_semi_floating_and_full_floating_axles/ )
Phil Bickel
Bicbickel@yahoo.com
