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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 08:30 AM
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just rebuilt my 94 f2. when i put the front wheel back on and tightened the axle i notice the wheel has about a 1/16" of side to side play. axle is tight, spacer and speedo is right. any clues?
 
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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 12:06 PM
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You probably have shot wheel bearings. It's a fairly easy to replace. Just knock them out and press 'em in CAREFULLY. This is important, take care of it ASAP.
 
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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 02:34 PM
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ima dumbass. forgot to tighten one leg of the axle big side before tightening the bolt. no wobble
 
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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 04:37 PM
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Yay, glad that worked out. And that you remembered to check in the first place.
Ern
 
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