rxbristol
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Well, after my experience on the inadequate shocks on my new Landmark (only miles are from factory to Wichita Falls, TX), I got concerned about what type of bearings were installed and their condition. I've repacked the two left wheels so far and here are pictures of what I've found:
Etching and pitting on the outer bearing, left rear. There was also a pit inclusion on the inner hub race:
Burn marks on the bearing inner race, left front--I don't know if this is a problem or not. Other than that, the bearings and races looked good:
I've installed Timken bearings and races. The wheels seemed to have the correct tension on the bearings, but there was an excessive amount of grease in the center of the hub--almost like someone installed the bearings dry and then used the Zert fitting to pack the bearings. I know that excessive grease can hinder heat dissipation. I actually read of this type of installation procedure in a service manual. It looked like the outer bearing on the left rear wheel was inadequately lubed.
I'll get to the right side next weekend--a little hot here at 100 degrees today.
Etching and pitting on the outer bearing, left rear. There was also a pit inclusion on the inner hub race:
Burn marks on the bearing inner race, left front--I don't know if this is a problem or not. Other than that, the bearings and races looked good:
I've installed Timken bearings and races. The wheels seemed to have the correct tension on the bearings, but there was an excessive amount of grease in the center of the hub--almost like someone installed the bearings dry and then used the Zert fitting to pack the bearings. I know that excessive grease can hinder heat dissipation. I actually read of this type of installation procedure in a service manual. It looked like the outer bearing on the left rear wheel was inadequately lubed.
I'll get to the right side next weekend--a little hot here at 100 degrees today.
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