--- Eric Conrad <conrade2@msn.com> wrote:
> I would first suspect exactly what you checked:
> wheel bearings, shock, bushings, or any bolt holding
> it all together. Remember, finger tight isn't
> a torque setting recognized by our manufacturer.
> How are your hub splines? Lastly, I would also
> suspect worn or poorly tightened wheel spokes - you
> did say you had uneven wear.
< snip >
Good points all. I did put a lot of stress on the
front end swerving to avoid Eric's maniac brother,
might have broken a spoke or two then. <g> Who knew it
would manifest a year later.
The good news is the hub splines look great. But the
bushings are shabby looking and the bearings are due.
Perhaps the RMTC folks need a demo car for a "front
end overhaul in a weekend"?
Steven
Denver, CO USA
'62 TR4
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