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post Jun 3, 2008 - 8:08 AM
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ok i dont know whats going on but iv replaced the axel twice as it keeps twisting in to 2 (and not under the boot but the rod its self)....and iv replaced the barrings 3 times along with seals shop say hub and assembly looks good........and every time b4 bearings go out i hear a ugly sound from tire while turning....and im starting to hear it again....WHAT IS GOING ON DOWN THERE..
do a have heavy rims for to much torq?
p.s. all parts i get r brand new...and both myself and a shop have replaced it


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post Jun 3, 2008 - 9:12 PM
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your axle nut is being overtightened, i bet if you watch them theyre using an impact gun to put the large axle nut back on. it should be torqued to a specific tightness to avoid destroying the bearing. not sure what it is for your car.


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post Jun 4, 2008 - 8:55 AM
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QUOTE (Bitter @ Jun 3, 2008 - 10:12 PM) *
it should be torqued to a specific tightness to avoid destroying the bearing. not sure what it is for your car.

159 ft/lbs


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