Wheel bearing

[Graeme 1978]

Hi all after some advice is it worth putting a new wheel bearing on or do a need a new stub axel.
W212 2012 model.

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[Droverunner]

I'd replace with a used one that's likely to be far better. Is that really on a 2012 car?

 

[Graeme 1978]

It is thanks for the fast response just need to try and find 1 today so a can get back to work

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[LostKiwi]

I'd be inclined to replace that stub axle.
If it pushes the bearing off square it will accelerate wear on the replacement.

 

[Droverunner]

If you have to get back on the road and already have the bearing but can't source a stub axle quickly then making good with a fine file set (flat and curved) is an option even if not preferred.

 

[Graeme 1978]

Thanks
Repacked cleaned FILED like u said and new bearing all back together now took for drive and all fine 4 now see how it goes.
Thanks 4 the replys have a nice chrimbo to all

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[brandwooddixon]

Now that you've got you car back on the road, don't forget to look for a new stub axle so that you can replace it at your convenience rather when it fails again.

 

[Graeme 1978]

Will do cheers after the Christmas just need to find 1

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[Graeme 1978]

Can anyone answer a simple question.
Do you use a adjustable wrench to tighten up the colour or as a have seen on you tube just finger tight the colour before you lock it with the 5mm allen key bolt.
To set the pre load on the wheel bearing.
Some say rule of thumb is to nip it right up so the hub won't turn then back off a 1/4 or 1/8 of a turn but is that over tightening of the wheel bearing.
Thanks

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[ajlsl600]

Put wheel on tighten bearing nut until no play when you rock the wheel top to bottom. Loose the nut back, until you Just feel play. Tighten Allen bolt.
Important, repack bearings with fresh grease first
You will be grand. Find used stub and replace.

 

[Graeme 1978]

Thanks very much

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