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Subject:Re: PEX front bearings WARNING-big brake kits!
From:Dennis Haynes
Date:Sun, 17 Jun 2012 09:56:15 -0400

My point was that the spindle should not be so worn that the bearing inner
races are a loose or sloppy fit. They may spin when the wheel is unloaded
but so little that you know they are spinning while traveling. Yes they are
behind the thrust washer.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
David Beierl
Sent: Saturday, June 16, 2012 11:13 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: PEX front bearings WARNING-big brake kits!

At 06:56 PM 6/16/2012, Dennis Haynes wrote:
>The inner race should not spin with the bearing loaded. I have seen
>many bearings haves short lives due to improper installation.

Dennis, do you mean with the preload on, or with the vehicle standing on its
wheels?  Also, isn't it hidden by the thrust washer?  Or did I fall off at
the last curve?

Yours,
David