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Axle Nut Installation (VIDEO)

Always start the axle nut by hand. This video is sponsored by GMB.

VIDEO: Hub Flange Runout Measurement

Find out why it’s essential you measure the hub flange before a brake job. This video is sponsored by GSP North America.

Diagnosing Wheel Bearings, Locking Hubs

There are a number of automatic hub designs and not all are capable of engaging while the vehicle is in motion.

VIDEO: Always Use A New Axle Nut

Andrew Markel discusses wheel hub bearing replacement, and why it is important to ensure a new axle nut is used on every job.

Live Axle Wheel Bearing Replacement

Replacing wheel bearings on a vehicle with a live rear axle may not be one of the most regular jobs you do, but it can be one of the most profitable.

Wheel Bearings And Locking Hubs

Automatic hubs are used on many 4×4 trucks to disengage the front wheels when four-wheel drive is not needed. Disconnecting the front wheels reduces friction and may improve fuel economy as much as one mile per gallon depending on the vehicle. A one mpg difference may not sound like much, but every little bit helps.

Impact Damage On Wheel Hubs

When a driver hits a pothole or curb hard enough, extreme forces are put onto the balls or rollers and races of the bearing. This can result in the formation of a very small mark on the surfaces. The driver might go 1,000 miles or more before these components start making noise.

VIDEO: Should I Tighten An Axle Nut With An Impact?

Andrew Markel explains why you should hand-tighten an axle nut, and how an impact could damage the CV axle or bearing.

Busted Knuckles: Bearings And Seals For Monobeam Front Axles

Servicing the ball joints and U-joints on monobeam axles requires a fair amount of steering knuckle disassembly just to access these components.

Wheel Hub Damage Analysis

To diagnose the cause of bearing damage, look closely at damaged hubs and compare customers’ hubs with the photos in this article.