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Old 02-07-2018
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Default D44 rear wheel bearing end float
Hi everyone,
Replaced the rear wheel bearings on D44 (2005 TJ) when I did the rear brakes, no problems just 150000 kms on them and thought while I was in there a bit of preventative maintenance. 5000 kms on I notice a rear seal leaking and while pulling the wheel off I notice the axel has a noticeable amount of end float. I check the other side and it is about the same but not leaking. My thoughts are it should be zero. Has anyone had any ware issues with the bearing seat in the D44s. Retaining plates are good no ware, and there were no shims in there when I pulled it apart. I have done plenty of old Holden and ford rear axles and never had any issues but now owning a jeep I am learning there is a whole heap of little quirky things I need to learn. Any thoughts appreciated.