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Join Date: May 2013
Location: Covington, Louisiana
Posts: 243
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Axle Bearing preload setting
I replaced axle bearings on a 1972 4x4, all factory setup. I am looking for instructions on setting the preload. I found this on another website. Does it look right?
Tighten adjusting nut to 50 ft-lbs/68 Nm while turning hub. Back off and retighten to 35 ft-lbs/47 Nm. Back off 1/4 max. Holes in washer must align with tang in slot in spindle. Tighten locknut to 50 ft-lbs/68 Nm. Endplay should be .001-.010".
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Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Bigfork, Montana
Posts: 1,137
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Re: Axle Bearing preload setting
I snug it up while turning (50ft/lbs - I don't use a torque wrench). Then back it off & tighten as tight as I can by hand (no ratchet on socket) then lock it down. If the lock washer holes don't line up I back it off till they do.
If you do it as you stated (the correct way) then check how tight the nut is, it will be hand tight. (subjective - some people have large hands!) |
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Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Portland, Or
Posts: 387
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Re: Axle Bearing preload setting
You must be working on the front axle? The instructions I have always followed are the same as step one and step two that you have, this is to insure the bearings are fully seated. After tightening to 35 ft/lbs, I back if off again, then turn the adjustment nut until it makes contact, and turn it 1/4 turn. That sets the preload.
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