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Nissan Platinum Pneumatic Steer Axle

I have been fighting a steer axle issue with 2 Nissan PFD60 pneumatic tired lift trucks. The units have a rubber pad located on the top of the axle that is held in place by 2 bolts. One on each side. These bolts back out and get loose and will break consistently about every couple of months. Has anyone had this issue and have you figured out how to fix? Units are in a typical lumber yard with gravel and normal small potholes do exist.
thanks Ron
  • Posted 16 Sep 2011 23:10
  • Discussion started by forktrkman
  • oklahoma, United States
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forktrkman;
Yes, is the answer to your question, is the truck in question operating in terrain that has lots of hills and or ramps? We have dealth with this issue since 2007. Do you have a s/n. so a comparison of the trucks can be made.
  • Posted 17 Sep 2011 23:32
  • Reply by MEngr
  • Missouri, United States
How are the bolts secured?

Just torqued up
Lockwire
Threadlock compound
Tab washer
Spring washer
Nordlock washer

Nordlock washers would be the one to go for as there reusable, ive never had a bolt come loose yet when Nordlock washers are fitted.
  • Posted 17 Sep 2011 18:23
  • Reply by Forkingabout
  • england, United Kingdom
Have you replaced the metal/rubber articulation blocks that holds the steer axle in place? With an enviroment like that you get a lot of excessive front to rear wear.

Jack the truck up and grab the steer tire and pull,if you see the entire axle moving that may be the cause,when you pull it apart,you'll see the blocks broken on the inside, make sure you order new shims for it too. I would replace the rubber snubber pad too while you have it torn down.

Also inspect the axle & mounts carefully for cracks and excessive wear.
  • Posted 17 Sep 2011 11:56
  • Reply by roadtech
  • Ohio, United States

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