Spinner Safety Wiring - Straight In

[Silverback51]

Straight in is kind of like pushing a rope. Doesn't work.

[DougD]

I agree with wtm442's post with the following exception. I feel that a 1/2" or so "sag" is needed rather than wiring it tightly. Should the spinner start to loosen, the sag would go away and the wire would appear tight. This gives a visual indication that the spinner is starting to loosen, and can be checked quickly by just glancing at each wheel while walking around the car.

[Power Surge]

Originally Posted by DougD

I agree with wtm442's post with the following exception. I feel that a 1/2" or so "sag" is needed rather than wiring it tightly. Should the spinner start to loosen, the sag would go away and the wire would appear tight. This gives a visual indication that the spinner is starting to loosen, and can be checked quickly by just glancing at each wheel while walking around the car.

You can also use a 3/8" socket extension to create a "loop" in the middle of the winding that makes for a great visual indicator.

[Jamo]

Originally Posted by Silverback51

Straight in is kind of like pushing a rope. Doesn't work.

Well said.

The one protocol everyone seems to forget is that the wire needs to be twisted clockwise on the driver's side, and counter-clockwise on the passenger side.

[Blas]

Originally Posted by Jamo

Well said.

The one protocol everyone seems to forget is that the wire needs to be twisted clockwise on the driver's side, and counter-clockwise on the passenger side.

Unless you live South of the equator...then it just the opposite...

[HI Cobra]

You will need the special order reversible safety wire pliers for this application.

[ZOERA-SC7XX]

Originally Posted by HI Cobra

You will need the special order reversible safety wire pliers for this application.

It doesn't exist. Safety wire twists only one way, and its purpose is to prevent a loose fastener from backing off completely. Seven turns per inch, if I remember correctly.