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I'm pretty sure you are mistaken about it being a tapered bearing. I think
only Chrysler used tapered rear axle bearings in the 60's and 70's. Some
end play when installed is normal, so long as there is little or no up and
down movement. Is there any noise when driving?
The feathering of the tires is most likely do to worn shocks and/or
unbalanced wheels.
Stu
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From: "Andy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "first Generation Firebird-L" <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2008 5:56 PM
Subject: [FGF] Axle Bearing Question
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I'm trying to figure out whether an outer axle bearing is bad. Years ago I
had my '68 3.08 rear replaced with a '69 3.23 posi, housing and all. This
housing uses tapered roller bearings that became standard in '70.
The bearing looks OK, but there is lots of slop in it when you move the
cage around, more than in a used front wheel bearing. I can also move the
axle shaft in and out between a 16th and an 8th of an inch when the axle
is installed. The outer edge of the tire is feathered around the tire,
too. Before I disturb the other side, I though I ask here to see if anyone
has experience with this type of bearing.
Thanks,
Andy
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