Wheel Bearings

Cleaning and repacking them would be just as good unless they are worn/burt blue or rusty. If used off road and in water replacement probably good idea. See:

A number of people here have mentioned a site where, for a few bucks, you get on day of access to service manual info. I *think* this is the site - take a look:

THe appearance of the bearings and their smoothness is the main factor as they can go 200K plus easy if properly lubed and less than 30K if not. I would not replace them just for the sake of it if the look good.

----------------- The SnoMan

Thanks for the info. It's been a particularly hard winter on ol' Wanda. The local forest is void of tourists in the cold, snowy and wet winter. A lot of water crossings and alot of snow travel. In addition, the left front wheel has a bit of play so I'll check 'em at the least. Thanks again to all who've replied. Mike.

P.S. I've also noticed a "shimmy" when brak> Cleaning and repacking them would be just as good unless they are worn/burt