It's getting louder. Used to be heard at highway speeds, but now quite loud at 45.
If I step on brakes or turn to the left sound deadens quite a bit.
Took off tire and nothing seems loose. Could this be a wheel bearing?
Still have not taken the rotor off, nor the giant nut (what is that, 30,
Just thought I would ask see what everyone else thinks before removing anything else.
GB
could be a wheel bearing or the tire itself.
sorry i forgot what you drive so general stuff is all i can offer ;)
2nd vote for wheel bearing
1-11/16" - torque is 175ft.lbs.
2000- 2500
Gosh darn it...I did put the wheel back on and turned it. There is a sound coming from the bearing area..almost like tumblers..but not quite. I priced it at a placed called "Advanced Auto" it's like AutoZone. Told me it's factory direct part for $310..crap.
You or anyone know of a second source? These are sealed bearings, correct? Maybe a junk yard?
You would think that Dodge would use those famous German bearings for such a important part, since the plants sure did get bombed a lot during WWII. Since they are a part of DC now.
I don't have that size. Guess I have to go buy it.
Thanks for the info.
GB
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Sounds about right, if you have ABS.
Not for a HD bearing (2500/3500 trucks) - they've always been dealer-only. However, EBay's showing several (at least for '94-'99, don't know why a 2000 would be any different) in the $130-$150 range.
Yep
Yes I do
What has me worried about ordering from anywhere is the descriptions. They all seem to mention 4 wheel drive. I worry they will not fit onto my 2 wheel drive.
I've had good luck buying bearings for othere things at a local bearing shop, "Miller Bearing". For instance, I was rebuilding a Brit made anchor windlass and didn't want to wait for a grossly overpriced part from there. Took the shot bearings to Miller where they mic'd them and sold me replacements for a fraction of what the makers of the windlass wanted. Might check your yellow pages.
Oh, ok... didn't realize you had a 2WD. Yeah, it's a different bearing (still a one-piece hub/bearing unit, with integrated tone wheel for the ABS), and the torque specs are different (spindle nut is 280ft.lbs.)
How about this one:
I can absolutely guarantee they won't have this one. It's a one-piece sealed unit with integrated hub, ABS tone ring, and wheel studs. It's not simply a matter of matching the right tapered roller bearing.
Okay. thanks for that info.
Have not had any time to look in to any of it yet. Thanks
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