Left Side Rear Axle Shaft 1965 L60

[Timoun]

Hi. Need a left side (long side) rear axle shaft for a 1965 L60.

[r1lark]

Ouch!

[Timoun]

Indeed! I realize that probably for the majority of 60 series Patrol owners their Patrols aren't their only vehicles, but mine is my only vehicle.

[Esteban]

Maybe this might be an option for you:

https://www.60patrol.com/forum/viewtopi ... =16&t=6468

1969 Nissan Patrol (as listed)

[Timoun]

Thank you! I looked at it. Another member said he will sell me a shaft, and I should know about that today. The parts source in India seems to have lots of shafts, and I'm waiting to hear back from them on the cost plus shipping.

[Timoun]

Does anyone know if the threads on the L60 axle shaft nut were changed from right-hand to left hand thread in later production? My Patrol is a '65 and the nut is right-hand. I got another axle shaft, I think it came from a later model Patrol, and the shaft threads seem to be left-hand.

[Esteban]

Does anyone know if the threads on the L60 axle shaft nut were changed from right-hand to left hand thread in later production? My Patrol is a '65 and the nut is right-hand. I got another axle shaft, I think it came from a later model Patrol, and the shaft threads seem to be left-hand.

You are correct. They changed beginning 09/67 to a LH thread according to the parts manual.

Please check this post regarding sources for the axle nuts:

https://www.60patrol.com/forum/viewtopi ... 7&start=10

The one you need is Whittet-Higgins NL08 LOCKNUT

At the time of the posting, I got the following info into my notes:

https://www.mcmaster.com/#6343k21/=1bxrnyj
Thread Size 1.563"-18
OD 2 1/4"
Width 1/2"
(RH only)

Here’s three standard part numbers for our axle bearing retainer parts:
Right Hand nut is N-08
Left Hand nut is NL-08
Locktab washer is W-08
(Thread size is 1.563x18)
Courtesy of member Mild Bill

Whittet-Higgins W-08 Bearing and Shaft Lockwasher, For use with Whittet-Higgins N-08, PN-08 or PL-08, replaces Rose W-08, SKF W 08, Standard W-08, Timken W-08,
by Whittet-Higgins Company
$1.79 $ 1 79 + $10.28 shipping
https://www.amazon.com/Whittet-Higgins- ... B01D82WPK4

This should be the one you need
Whittet-Higgins NL-08 Threaded Shaft & Bearing Locknut, UNS 1.563-18 Left-Hand Thread, Not Self-Locking, replaces Standard PRL-08,
Price: $5.95 + $10.41 shipping
https://www.amazon.com/Whittet-Higgins- ... B01D84XNBW

Whittet-Higgins N-08 Threaded Shaft & Bearing Locknut, UNS 1.563-18 Right-Hand Thread, Not Self-Locking, replaces Rose N-08, SKF N 08, Standard N08, Timken N-08,
Price: $4.15 + $10.41 shipping
https://www.amazon.com/Whittet-Higgins- ... B01D82WEKA

Different options of lockwasher:
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss ... et-Higgins

[Timoun]

Thank you. I just found that out. A left-hand nut is on the way. Thanks again for the confirmation!

[Esteban]

Thank you. I just found that out. A left-hand nut is on the way. Thanks again for the confirmation!

Don't forget to let us know about the new nut and your repair. Pictures welcome.

[Timoun]

Patrol is up and patrolling again. Many, many thanks to Flaggoni for the axle shaft, and also to all the other 60 Patrol members for their suggestions and advice!