Wheel Bearings
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From: Barrackville WV
Wheel Bearings
I just had the right side front wheel bearing replaced. The left one was replaced last fall. I started noticing that when making a left hand turn (not speed related) I would hear a roaring noise. When I turned right - no noise. Since I have extended warrenty off to the Chevy dealer that I trust and they confirmed the right bearing was toast.
What bugs me is the Vette only has 37,750 miles on the ticker - makes you wonder if the sealed bearing are designed correctly.
What bugs me is the Vette only has 37,750 miles on the ticker - makes you wonder if the sealed bearing are designed correctly.
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From: Fountain hills AZ
Originally Posted by fsa00120
What bugs me is the Vette only has 37,750 miles on the ticker - makes you wonder if the sealed bearing are designed correctly.
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yes, that noise is typical of a failing bearing. Makes me wonder if the bearings you got were packed with grease. In our shop, we have seen TONS of malibu, monte carlo, and lumina OEM tie rods fail prematurely, in which I believe these rods did not come with grease from the factory(and are not greaseable). Makes me wonder about the if this was intentional???
What a great money maker GM would have over the course of 5 years......
What a great money maker GM would have over the course of 5 years......
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I changed all 4 at 45,000 miles. The 2 rear ones were shot - you could hear them on the dyno - so changed all 4.
AutoZone replacements are actually much better quality than original OEM - go figure. Oh, and less than 1/2 the price
AutoZone replacements are actually much better quality than original OEM - go figure. Oh, and less than 1/2 the price
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Sometimes thing just fail prematurely. At least you are covered by an extended warranty. Doesn't make up for the aggravation, but the money impact is lessened.
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