front hub assemblies
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Hernando MS
front hub assemblies
My right front wheel hub seems to have gone dry or bearings may be bad. It doesnt look like this unit can be repacked due to the sensor made onto the back of the hub. Does anyone know if it is possible to repack the bearings on these or just have to order another one. I only have 29,000 miles on the car and no auto cross etc.. Does this seem a little soon to have to replace the wheel hub?
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2003
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From: Farmington CT
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autozone, timken; www.jakelatham.com for the install, common wear item; yes, 30k is unusual for this to happen
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Atlanta metro Ga.
I believe my right front is going also, starting in with the "classic" bad bearing noises; I'm at 32K.. These bearings are small, the load on them is high, not a huge surprise although disappointing none the less.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,087
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From: Hernando MS
Got the old one out and ordered one from autozone.I have been running aftermarket Z06 chromies. The right front wheel ; I have not been able to get balanced very well. This may have contributed to the bearing failure. I have a new set of speedline chromed wheels coming next week.
