Frank Clarici wrote:
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> Dave
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> It sounds like the axle just lossened up. new "O" ring and paper gasket will
> be necessary.
> The bearing should be fine unless it has been without oil for a time.
> The bearings are easily removed with "service tool # 18-???" which is a
> really big hammer and a large flat blade screwdiver. Of course the really
> big socket would be easiler but I have done a number of axle bearings with a
> hammer and screwdriver.
> One side of the axle has left hand threads, it is marked LH or RH. remember
> this when you are trying to "UNDO" the nut.
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> Good luck
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> --
> Frank Clarici
> Too many Sprites
> http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut
Frank,
Thanks. Well said as always.
If I understand correctly, unless the bearing makes more noise,
I can just replace the gasket and oil ring and leave the nut alone
(also good advice when dealing with irate freeway drivers.)
Dave
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