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Strut bearing replacement



On 11/25/06, Dan Bubb <jdbubb@verizon.net> wrote:
> Yes, it is normal for the strut bearing to have some play in it.
> It's predominately a thrust bearing so the two races are not tightly located
> relative to each other.
> Once the weight of the car it on it, it won't have any play!
> Also note that the nut/washer should only tighten down on the spacer (about
> 1/2"-5/8" long) and not on the bearing housing.
> Dan


I usually grind the spacer down on a bench grinder until there is just
a small amount of play when the nut is torqued.  I find it reduces
rattling a noticeable amount whenever the front end is unloaded over
rough terrain...

Later,

Mark - still lurking when I get a chance...
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