Introduction
The life of a trash can is dirty and rough. With those conditions, it can be expected that something will eventually break. Here is our guide to replacing the wheels of a 96 gallon toter trash can in the case that it does break. No experience is necessary, only a couple tools and these steps will get you a trash can that can roll again.
Parts
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Position the flathead screwdriver on the tab of the pal-nut in the center of the wheel.
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Position the rubber mallet on top of the flathead screwdriver.
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Hit the flathead screwdriver with the rubber mallet a couple times for each tab.
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Use the rubber mallet to hit the back of the wheel and loosen the pal-nut.
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If the pal-nut is stuck, use PB B'LASTER to spray on the pal-nut to break up any rust or corrosion.
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Remove the pal-nut.
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Remove the wheel with the pal-nut from the axle.
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Slide the other wheel off of the trash can with the axle still attached.
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Position the new pal-nut on the axle.
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Use the rubber mallet and hit the pal-nut on the axle until it is secured.
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Check that both sides are secured.
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Flip the trash can back to the normal position.
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Test the new wheels by rolling the trash can.
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Now that your trash can is up and rolling again, you can now pat yourself on the back for a job well done!
4 comments
What size pal nuts on trash barrels
Putting wheels back on trash barrel.Need to replace pal nut and would like to know if there is a standard size to purchase
Hi there!
Upon looking at this specific replacement kit, the Pal-Nut size they used is 5/8”. Since you may have a different trash can with a different size axle, you should refer to any replacement kits made online and see what size Pal-Nut they use.
The nut wont come off. I had to saw the axel in half.
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