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Old Feb 22, 2005 | 09:15 AM
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Just making sure here -- I know I have to replace my left rear wheel hub. But, the right one is tight. Can I wait on the right, or do I replace it at the same time as the left?
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Old Feb 22, 2005 | 09:24 AM
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You can change 1. Just expect the other one to be close behind. Will not hurt anything though.
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Old Feb 22, 2005 | 09:28 AM
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You should be OK to replace just one.
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Old Feb 22, 2005 | 10:28 AM
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i did my left one 3 years ago and have had no problems with the right at all..save your money and spend it on something else
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Old Feb 22, 2005 | 07:37 PM
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If it ain't broke don't fix it!

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Old Feb 22, 2005 | 07:43 PM
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Wheel bearings may fail in a year or like the Energizer Bunny keep going and going. Save your money and just replace the failing bearing.

Good luck.

Mike
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Old Feb 24, 2005 | 06:12 PM
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Thanks to all! I've ordered the Hub for the left from Autozone, and will keep an eye on the right rear.
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