Portland

Portland Rebuild and Repaired Axles

If you need an axle in Portland, our professionals at Houston Rebuilt Axles have you covered. We have over 75 years of combined experience rebuilding and repairing axles. We also have the equipment to do rebuilds and repairs of the highest quality. Our lathe allows us to straighten axles and also restore them back to factory specifications. Also, our nationwide courier service allows us to deliver axles to any location in Portland and the United States. The courier service also you to send your axles door-to-door from your home or auto repair shop of your choice.

At HRA we choose to use Timken bearings and seals in our axle rebuilds. Timken is known for their tight tolerances and also for being the benchmark in the bearing industry. Our rebuilt axles are covered by our warranty. As a result, you are able to trust our axle repairs and rebuilds. Our professionals are able to make modifications to the axles and differentials as well. From narrowing an axle for hotrods to modifying a differential for off-roading, we have you covered.

What does an axle repair involve?

If your axle is not majorly damaged, repairing an axle is a good and cheaper option than rebuilding an axle. The main difference between the two methods is how much is involved and the cost of components. The first step in repairing an axle is stripping the components off the axle. This means we remove the rotors, ring gears, bearing set and also the axle shafts. We also keep the pinion shaft and bearing installed. If required, we will then put the axle on our lathe to straighten it. We then clean the housing and inspect the bearings. Following that, if any spindle ends are damaged we will remove them. We will then install our built in-house replacement spindle ends in their place. Then, we reassemble, paint, and fill the axle with fluids. The axle is now ready to be installed.

How are our rebuilt axle assemblies done?

The initial step to rebuilding an axle is similar to repairing an axle. That first step involves tearing down the axle and cleaning it thoroughly. The ring and pinion are then replaced with a high-quality OEM. Then the bearings are replaced. We at HRA trust Timken for the replacement bearings and seals for our axle rebuilds. They are the benchmark in the bearing industry and are known for their tight tolerances.

We use Timken to replace the seals on the axle shafts and carriers. Then we replace all used seals. For rear axles that are being rebuilt, we use meticulously inspected refurbished axle shafts. New axle shafts will also be used if necessary. If that rear axle has the rotors bolted on behind the hub, then we will turn or replace it. This ensures that new pads are also able to be installed properly. Then the axle is, like in the repairing process, we assemble, paint and also fill fluids in the axle.

Are we able to accept axles from Portland?

Definitely! Our courier service will ship any axle from your home or mechanic of choice. They provide door-to-door services from any location in the USA, including Portland. If you are looking for an auto repair shop, we recommend these highly-rated shops:

1) Pro-Tech Autoworks started in 2019 and provides speedy and reliable service. They can do same-day brakes, oil changes and general diagnostics.  Their shop opens from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 7:00 pm and Saturday from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

2) 3G’s Automotive has ASE-certified mechanics and employs the latest technology in their auto repair services. They open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Pro-Tech Autoworks, 16651 SE Mcloughlin Blvd, Portland, OR 97267

3G’s Automotive, 9081 SW Burnham St, Tigard, OR 97223

Facts about Portland

Portland has the largest population in Oregon. The city has a population of 652,503 as of 2020. This makes it the 25th largest city in the US. The metropolitan area has a population of over 2.5 million people. This makes it also the 25th largest metropolitan area. Around 47% of the entire state’s population lives in Portland. As of 2010, the median age was 35 years old in the city.

Many industries are thriving in Portland. It has easy access to resources, a port and international airport terminals and access to interstates. The port handles over  13 million tons of cargo per year. This makes it the third-largest export port on the west coast. There are two Fortune 500 companies in Portland, Nike and Precision Castparts. Also, Adidas’ North American headquarters are in Portland. There are also a large number of tech companies, earning it the nickname Silicon Forest. Portland also has a history with the steel industry dating back to the 1950s. Schnitzer Steel Industries is the largest steel industry in Portland.

A penny determined the name of Portland. The founders Lovejoy and Pettygrove chose the names Boston and Portland respectively. The “Portland Penny” was then tossed and the rest is history. There are a series of tunnels under Chinatown and downtown Portland. They were used to kidnap residents and force them to work on a ship. This was colloquially known as shanghaiing people, resulting in the name of these tunnels, Shanghai Tunnels. The smallest park in the world, Mills End Park is a 24-inch park. Mount Hood, a volcano is located within the city limits.