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How to Install Wheel Bearings 'Just Right' (not too tight)?

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Old 08-11-2016, 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Nomadmax
MultiHD gave me a tip that works really well. When I seat the second bearing I flip the pilots so they're on the flat side as opposed to the side that only contacts the outside of the bearing. That way, you can feel the bearing when it touches the axle spacer and you don't draw it down too tight.
I got tired of doing that do I fixed the tool..


 
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Originally Posted by bwoltz
I got tired of doing that do I fixed the tool..


Yeah that Works...



While on the subject of the "Tool"...

Here's a Cheap "Upgrade" IMO to the Cheap tool some may be interested in. I think I'll eventually give it it's own thread

Thrust Bearings... (you should also get an accompanying thinner "jam" nut for the puller...it's needed sometimes. I just milled mine though)




 
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