cod 121 #1 Posted July 15, 2020 A dumb question but would any of you know what type of steel WH used to make the front axles for the 400 series tractors? I'm thinking 3/4" or 1" cold roll as they welded on the steering arms but perhaps it was something tougher. I ask because I've got a strange idea for an axle mod but it might not be worth pursuing if it's something you'd have to harden. Thanks - Cod Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darb1964 1,120 #2 Posted July 15, 2020 I think there cast iron. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cod 121 #3 Posted July 15, 2020 31 minutes ago, cod said: A dumb question but would any of you know what type of steel WH used to make the front axles for the 400 series tractors? I'm thinking 3/4" or 1" cold roll as they welded on the steering arms but perhaps it was something tougher. I ask because I've got a strange idea for an axle mod but it might not be worth pursuing if it's something you'd have to harden. Thanks - Cod Whoops, After Darb's response I realize that I meant the left and right L shaped spindle that has the tie rod arms and the front hubs. Too much coffee... ;-) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darb1964 1,120 #4 Posted July 15, 2020 I wasn't sure what you were referring to so I gave the answer I was confidant in. I think those are cold rolled steel but not hundred percent. I was thinking never seen one of the cast front ends broke sure it happens. I would think lot more need for the L part. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RandyLittrell 3,906 #5 Posted July 15, 2020 I do believe they are just cold rolled steel. They will bend and you can bend them back, if they were hardened they would just fail. Whatever your mod is, go for it!! Randy 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,638 #6 Posted July 15, 2020 Front spindles are Cold Rolled Steel.The axle is cast iron.If you are planning to do any welding on the spindles,go for it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,002 #7 Posted July 15, 2020 Whattaya got in mind ?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cod 121 #8 Posted July 16, 2020 Thanks guys, it's a big help. Once I flesh out the idea some more, I'll post about what I have in mind. Take it easy - Cod Share this post Link to post Share on other sites