My thoughts are the rear wheels have sealed bearings Thank you, Jay Lefstein. Sent from my mobile device. On Sep 6, 2010, at 7:20 PM, Scott Chapman <scott@MISCHKO.COM> wrote: > I went adventuring in my 85 Westy today. > > Lesson learned: NEVER try to cross a sizable puddle without inspecting it > first! We managed to get the right rear in muddy water over half way up the > tire and it took over an hour to get it out again. > > I am wondering if I need to do anything with the brakes or wheel bearings, > or anything else, as a result of this "abuse" :). > > I went to a self-serve car wash and washed wheels out thoroughly on both > sides but haven't gone further yet. > > I'm in Cheyenne, Wyoming and leaving from here to LA on Thursday AM. The > last thing I need is trouble on the trip. > > All advice and wisdom greatly appreciated! > > Scott |
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