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Subject:Re: Seizing(?) wheel bearing advice?
From:Chris S <szpejankowski@GMAIL.COM>
Date:Sun, 18 Apr 2021 07:42:17 -0400

A machine shop should be able to build it up and machine down to spec.  In my desperate thought I would spot weld it if fits true and not too loose on the spindle as “get home” method. 

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> Wiadomość napisana przez Alex MeVay <alex@mevay.org> w dniu 4/17/21, o godz. 18:53:
> 
> Have a look at these photos:
> 
> https://www.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/2169623.jpg
> https://www.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/2169622.jpg
> 
> Am I interpreting the markings correctly that my outer wheel bearing
> has been seizing occasionally and that the inner race has been
> spinning on the spindle?
> 
> I am planning to replace the outer bearing now, though the new bearing
> is still a little loose on the spindle.  Is there anything I can do
> today to help prevent the problem?  Is the only permanent fix a new
> spindle/upright?
> 
> I'm planning to do new LBJs, pads, bearings, and rotors next year, but
> It would be great if I can make it 'til then on this spindle.
> 
> Any advice I can get in the next few hours would be awesome.
> 
> (I got here after noticing a funny sound at ~30mph on rough roads, and
> some bearing play.)
> 
> Thanks all,
> 
> Alex

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