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Posted by: second wind May 29 2017, 11:05 AM

Happy Memorial Day.....my wheel bearings seem to loosen up far too often. I replaced less than 30,000 miles ago and when i tighten them back up I allow wheel to spin freely but with a touch of drag. Any thoughts on what is going on? Thank you!
gg

Posted by: Rand May 29 2017, 12:37 PM

I don't get the phrase "Happy Memorial Day." When I was young it was a day off and a three day weekend to party. I'm embarrassed to admit that now. It is a day to reflect, mourn, and honor with serious respect. Not a happy day.

I don't know what your wheel bearing problem is. Would misalignment contribute? Maybe ask in the garage, not here.

Posted by: euro911 May 29 2017, 01:04 PM

Could be abnormal wear from the races not fully seated when initially installed, not enough grease in the bearings, excessive hard cornering, axle nut not cinched tight enough and un-threading

Do you tighten the axle nuts real tight after installing new bearings/races, then back the nuts off before cinching them with the Allen bolts?

Posted by: bdstone914 May 30 2017, 07:01 AM

QUOTE(euro911 @ May 29 2017, 12:04 PM)

Could be abnormal wear from the races not fully seated when initially installed, not enough grease in the bearings, excessive hard cornering, axle nut not cinched tight enough and un-threading

Do you tighten the axle nuts real tight after installing new bearings/races, then back the nuts off before cinching them with the Allen bolts?

Did you properly seat the bearing races? I would pull a wheel and inspect. Did you use quality ( non Chinese ) bearings ?
And this should be in the Garage forum not Parts for sale forum.

Bruce

Posted by: plays with cars May 30 2017, 09:06 AM

QUOTE(second wind @ May 29 2017, 10:05 AM)

... when i tighten them back up I allow wheel to spin freely but with a touch of drag.

Is it possible that you're installing them too tight? A "touch of drag" is hard to evaluate your calibration. I was surprised years ago when I adjusted to factory spec, how little bearing pre-load there was. With your hands at 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock on an installed tire/wheel, rock it back and forth and there will be some noticeable movement in the bearing.