Front wheel seals and bearings

[Howard O. Truitt]

Don,
Even in a situation where the oil is at the proper level the bearings will wear
over time to a point where there is loose play in the race. That is what causes
the noise and the bearings and seals need replacing.
Keep a watch on the back side of the tires for any oil a sure sign of a seal
leak.
Howard Truitt
Camilla, Ga.
"Sowega"
86 PT40


----- Original Message -----
From: dspithaler@...
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, December 29, 2006 10:05 AM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Front wheel seals and bearings



Hi Howard I guess I was thinking wrong when I though if you could see
the oil level in the hubs that they were fine. What is the advantage of the
Stemco hubs over the old bearings that you just packed. What does the 90Wt oil
do if it doesn't lub the hub???
Don
89 SP 36'
Butler, PA

Hi All,
I recently heard a strange popping noise in my right front wheel. It was
hardly noticeable but I called a friend of mine who has a local truck shop.
I've
been down in my back and hurt it again last week taking out the Sharp
microvave. He pulled the wheel and checked the bearing and it needed
replacing. I
had the seal replaced also. He said he normally has to do this job on the side
of the road. He said it appeared to be the original bearing and Stemco seal.
I had him do the other side even though he said it was ok. I told him now
was the time not later on the side of the road. The oil level was fine on both
sides.
So listen closely!
Howard Truitt

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