{"product_id":"sealey-vs8001-hub-cleaner","title":"Sealey Wheel Hub Cleaner VS8001","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sealey.co.uk\/guarantee\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/product-info.greasejunkie.com\/images\/logos\/sealeyWarranty\/12.webp\" alt=\"Manufacturer 1 year\" style=\"width: 185px;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSealey VS8001 Hub Cleaning Tool for Bolt-On Wheels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA clean mating surface is fundamental for safe and reliable wheel and brake assembly. The Sealey VS8001 Hub Cleaning Tool is an indispensable addition to any workshop, designed to eliminate the common issues caused by corrosion and dirt on vehicle hubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fitting new wheels, brake discs, or even just rotating tyres, a thoroughly clean hub face is non-negotiable. Surface rust, road grime, and old paint on the hub can lead to a host of problems:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUneven Wheel Torque:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contaminants can cause wheel bolts to bind, giving false torque readings and potentially leading to loose wheels or damaged threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheel Run-Out \u0026amp; Vibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even minor imperfections on the hub face can result in the wheel not seating perfectly flat, leading to vibrations, steering wheel wobble, and premature tyre wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrake Judder:\u003c\/strong\u003e A compromised mating surface between the hub and a new brake disc can cause uneven disc wear and brake judder, reducing braking efficiency and comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeized Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrosion build-up makes future wheel and brake disc removal significantly more difficult, wasting valuable workshop time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tool directly addresses these challenges, ensuring a perfectly flat, clean surface for every re-assembly, safeguarding against call-backs and ensuring a professional finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sealey VS8001 is specifically engineered for vehicles that utilise wheel bolts – commonly referred to as \"studless\" wheel hubs. Simply attach the unit to your 1\/2\"Sq drive power tool (ensure rotational speed does not exceed 1500 rpm), and the robust abrasive disc quickly and effectively strips away surface rust, scale, and old debris. The 150mm diameter disc, with its 90mm centre bore, is perfectly sized to clean a wide range of hub faces, brake discs, and drum mounting surfaces with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with one abrasive cleaning disc to get you started, replacement discs are readily available under Sealey model No. VS8001A, ensuring continuous, efficient operation in your workshop.\u003c\/p\u003eRemoves surface dirt and corrosion on hubs that use wheel bolts. Ideal for preparing wheels, hubs and brake discs or drums for re-assembly. For use with 1\/2\"Sq drive adaptor. Supplied with one abrasive disc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• FOR STUDLESS WHEEL HUBS – Removes surface dirt and corrosion on hubs that use wheel bolts. \u003cbr\u003e• IDEAL FOR PREPARING WHEELS – Can be used to prepare wheels, hubs and brake discs for re-assembly. \u003cbr\u003e• 150MM CLEANING DISC – 150mm diameter disc with centre bore of 90mm. \u003cbr\u003e• FOR USE WITH 1\/2\"SQ DRIVE ADAPTOR – Suitable for use with power tools (Max 1500 rpm). \u003cbr\u003e• SUPPLIED WITH CLEANING DISC – Supplied with one abrasive cleaning disc, replacements available under Sealey model No. VS8001A.\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel No\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS8001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisc External Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eØ150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Internal Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eØ90mm \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNett Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5kg \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement Parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS8001A \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Sealey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55201952432507,"sku":"SEALEY-VS8001","price":51.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/4593\/0562\/files\/sealey_VS8001_VS8001.V2_DFC1797163.png?v=1780192297","url":"https:\/\/www.greasejunkie.com\/products\/sealey-vs8001-hub-cleaner","provider":"Grease Junkie by Edd China","version":"1.0","type":"link"}