Question for Durango experts 2003 4WD
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That is an incorrect analogy.
Yes the base of the wheel bearing on a 4X4 is connected to the spindle via 3 bolts, however the wheel bearing is a 2 piece bearing set up. See the end of the CV Half Shaft inputs into the bearing through the center, then you have a main nut on the outside end. This main hub nut then presses the second and primary bearings together giving the wheel bearing pre-load and ensuring against it's separation. The rear end of the bearing is connected to the spindle. So you are incorrect in your analogy.
Yes the base of the wheel bearing on a 4X4 is connected to the spindle via 3 bolts, however the wheel bearing is a 2 piece bearing set up. See the end of the CV Half Shaft inputs into the bearing through the center, then you have a main nut on the outside end. This main hub nut then presses the second and primary bearings together giving the wheel bearing pre-load and ensuring against it's separation. The rear end of the bearing is connected to the spindle. So you are incorrect in your analogy.
You are correct. I didn't think of that. I just glad the OP didn't have to do this it could of been a crash. Thanks for the heads up.
