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Date:         Sat, 17 Apr 2021 15:52:42 -0700
Reply-To:     alex@MEVAY.ORG
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From:         Alex MeVay <alex@MEVAY.ORG>
Subject:      Seizing(?) wheel bearing advice?
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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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