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Date:         Tue, 13 Nov 2012 20:03:43 -0800
Reply-To:     John Goubeaux <john@UCSB.EDU>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         John Goubeaux <john@UCSB.EDU>
Organization: UCSB
Subject:      loose rear axle nut
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Howdy Folks,


90 2WD


Has anyone seen a situation where a rear axle nut ( with cotter pin in
place ) becomes loose ?  I had to tighten it down about a year ago after
hearing what sounded like dragging  squeaking brake sounds from that
side of the car. It appears to be loose again as I am hearing the same
sounds when driving, so I am wondering if this is due to worn bearings ?
Obviously the nut is not turning but what else could explain this ? The
wheel , with car raised turns fine with no binding or what I would
assume would be a shot bearing , I pulled the drum and the brakes are in
order and not causing the noise nor is there a lot of play in the wheel
when grabbing and rocking it so I am puzzled.


Any ideas on this are appreciated.


-john
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