Have a look at these photos: https://www.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/2169623.jpg https://www.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/2169622.jpg Am I interpreting the markings correctly that my outer wheel bearing has been seizing occasionally and that the inner race has been spinning on the spindle? I am planning to replace the outer bearing now, though the new bearing is still a little loose on the spindle. Is there anything I can do today to help prevent the problem? Is the only permanent fix a new spindle/upright? I'm planning to do new LBJs, pads, bearings, and rotors next year, but It would be great if I can make it 'til then on this spindle. Any advice I can get in the next few hours would be awesome. (I got here after noticing a funny sound at ~30mph on rough roads, and some bearing play.) Thanks all, Alex |
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