trailer spindle nut

995jim

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Hello, If I set my heel bearings and back the spindle castle nut to the closest cotter hole but still have a very slight play when I try to wiggle the tire side to side Im assuming I should go ahead and snug the nut to the next cotter hole to eliminate said play. Is the elimination of play more important or is backing the nut off and pinning even if there is possibility of bearing play. Note: the play is only felt with the tire and wheel assembled.
 

Scott Danforth

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Tighten to 20 ft-lb while spinning the hub, then back off to nearest hole
 
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