Question on wheel bearings

[sea wolf]

I'm changing the wheel bearings on my trailer,an '89 Eagle. I have set the inner bearing in the hub along with a new race & seal. However, the bearing is not snug inside the hub. I can **** it over with no problem. Is the bearing supposed to be snug inside the hub, or does the spindle hold it in place? I'm sure it's the correct bearing. I can't compare with the other side as I don't have it off yet. Anyone know?

 

[milkyway]

Re: Question on wheel bearings

There is some gap between the seal and the bearing itself. YOu are correct -the spindle will hold it in place when you put the last part, which is the nut at the end of the installation.

 

[sea wolf]

Re: Question on wheel bearings

Thanx for the quick reply. Now, I guess it's back to work!

 

[tommays]

Re: Question on wheel bearings

as long as you press in the bearing races FLAT it should adjust up fine<br /><br />if there is a problem it would be lose after you adjust the nut correctly<br /><br />

<br /><br /><br />tommays