I started making up the hubs for the rear wheels today. I turned down some spigots on the lathe with a 1" bore. I also bored a hole into a piece ofI started making up the hubs for the rear wheels today. I turned down some spigots on the lathe with a 1" bore. I also bored a hole into a piece of plate to accept the spigot.

The spigot will be welded into the plate. Once welded I'll put the complete assembly back into the lathe to machine the OD to fit the wheel.

I know that I could have bought these, or got the plates laser cut, but I kinda like making things. It's my zen.
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