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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 02:10 PM
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Wheel Bearing Replacement

Has anyone replaced their front wheel bearings yet? Are there any options other than stock bearings?
 
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 05:26 PM
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What's wrong with the wheel bearings? Are you talking about the R56?
 
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 06:17 AM
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What's wrong with the wheel bearings? Are you talking about the R56?
Oops, I've got a R53, 2002 MCS. Forum faux pas.
 
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 08:08 AM
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For what it's worth, I've changed several R53 wheel bearings. They seem to go bad after several large wheel-bending impacts or extended use abrasive environments [dirt roads]. Otherwise, you should get 70k+ out of a set.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2009 | 07:39 PM
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For what it's worth, I've changed several R53 wheel bearings. They seem to go bad after several large wheel-bending impacts or extended use abrasive environments [dirt roads]. Otherwise, you should get 70k+ out of a set.
Ryephile - I'm replacing the front wheel bearing - any suggestions on removing the axle bolt and what should i torque it to?
 
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