03-09-2015, 12:14 PM
So I think I am fine on the spindle. I cleaned it up more with some proper tools at home and will look at it more this upcoming weekend and make a decision. The only way to replace the spindle/stub axle part is take it to a shop. It has to be cut out and another one welded on. Or just buy a complete new axle assy. and not bother with that. I haven't checked local places but a quick online search reveals that either option isn't very expensive. PITA but not overly expensive.
I did order two new hubs! A hair under $100 for a set off Amazon Prime. Bearings, seal, dust cap, lug nuts, cotter key, already pre-greased, etc. Ready to drop in units. The one side has to be replaced for sure since the outer race wobbles in its seat due to grinding/wobbling in there once the bearings departed. Going to put new hubs on both sides and keep the one "good" side old hub as an emergency spare.
I have learned my lesson of the year. Will be 100% prepared if there is ever another time!
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I did order two new hubs! A hair under $100 for a set off Amazon Prime. Bearings, seal, dust cap, lug nuts, cotter key, already pre-greased, etc. Ready to drop in units. The one side has to be replaced for sure since the outer race wobbles in its seat due to grinding/wobbling in there once the bearings departed. Going to put new hubs on both sides and keep the one "good" side old hub as an emergency spare.
I have learned my lesson of the year. Will be 100% prepared if there is ever another time!
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