front wheel bearings ..., how tight is too tight ??? |
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front wheel bearings ..., how tight is too tight ??? |
McMark |
Jan 21 2006, 05:31 PM
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andy here, using mcmarks computer ...
quick question: putting back together my 911 front end and got the nut for the hub as tight as it goes, wheel still spins freely. shouldn't there be some drag ??? how tight is tight enough ??? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/confused24.gif) Andy |
ChrisFoley |
Jan 21 2006, 07:37 PM
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I am Tangerine Racing Group: Members Posts: 7,935 Joined: 29-January 03 From: Bolton, CT Member No.: 209 Region Association: None |
I agree. The movement should be noticeable but just barely so. The rear wheel bearings usually have more play than the fronts should have. I have also used the method JP mentioned but it is a bit tougher to get the right feel that way IMO. |
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