98 wheel hubs
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98 wheel hubs
I apologize if this has been covered previously. I did several searchs, however I could not find a definative answer to the following:
1998 Ram 4x4, front wheel bearing hubs: Can these hubs be REBUILT or is it the norm to replace the whole assy?
I went in to the front end to change u-joints and found the r/h hub is toasted. Minimal wobble on the hub when the tire is removed but with the tire installed the wobble is amplified due to the large diameter. I have access to a press and torch for heat if required and would like to think I can just replace the bearing rather than the whole assy. Trying to save a dollar or two where I can.
I have the factory maintenance maual and it does not describe rebuilding them, only replacement.
Thank you .
1998 Ram 4x4, front wheel bearing hubs: Can these hubs be REBUILT or is it the norm to replace the whole assy?
I went in to the front end to change u-joints and found the r/h hub is toasted. Minimal wobble on the hub when the tire is removed but with the tire installed the wobble is amplified due to the large diameter. I have access to a press and torch for heat if required and would like to think I can just replace the bearing rather than the whole assy. Trying to save a dollar or two where I can.
I have the factory maintenance maual and it does not describe rebuilding them, only replacement.
Thank you .
Last edited by keepitrunning; 05-21-2012 at 01:59 PM.
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Thank you for your prompt reply.
I noticed the bearing in the assembly had the PN blottted out. It said PN Timken ##**## or something to that effect.
So just to confirm: the usual practice for mechanically capable individuals such as youself is to replace the whole assy? Perhaps thats why I can't find the overhaul of said assembly described anywhere?
I noticed the bearing in the assembly had the PN blottted out. It said PN Timken ##**## or something to that effect.
So just to confirm: the usual practice for mechanically capable individuals such as youself is to replace the whole assy? Perhaps thats why I can't find the overhaul of said assembly described anywhere?
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Exactly.
If you have a place around that sells bearings for various purposes, you could probably match one up..... and it would more than likely be cheaper than a hub/bearing.... just depends on how available the parts are in your area, or, how long you are willing to wait for them. Its just a lot easier to grab the hub/bearing assembly from the parts store, and slap it on.
If you have a place around that sells bearings for various purposes, you could probably match one up..... and it would more than likely be cheaper than a hub/bearing.... just depends on how available the parts are in your area, or, how long you are willing to wait for them. Its just a lot easier to grab the hub/bearing assembly from the parts store, and slap it on.
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