Hi folks:

I'm wondering about how to use axels on Azusa wheels. I found the mini-bike axle at aircraft spruce:

https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catal...djackshaft.php

It has a 5/8-18 thread on both ends. Can this axle be used in a main gear and not just the nose wheel? My wheels have the 5/8 ball bearings, and I'm not sure how these work with the axles. In particular, how close is the fit on the shaft diameter? Also is there a shoulder on the axle that supports the inner bearing race? If not, is a collar used on the inboard sides of the axles? I noticed the axles on aircraft spruce are keyed - is the collar keyed to them? Is there a spacer between the outboard wheel nuts and the outboard side of the wheel bearing inner races? Basically, I'm concerned about the bearing sliding on the shaft and creating another (unwanted) bearing surface.

Detailed assembly pictures (or their links) would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Michael