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Old 02-13-2004 | 06:01 PM
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what would make these go bad? i have changed 2 in the last year.
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Old 02-13-2004 | 11:34 PM
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Incorrect preload when tightening the pinion nut is one possibility. How are you setting the preload. Also, are you changing the races when you change the bearings?
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Old 02-14-2004 | 01:04 PM
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Are you replacing the crush sleeve.
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Old 02-14-2004 | 01:25 PM
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the shop said its the seal not the bearing. istopped and checked things out today
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