1997 Dodge Dakota Front wheel hub is loose

Tiny
DBALLARD18
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  • 1997 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 374,000 MILES
I have replaced the front hub on the drivers side, as I have done a few times already. THe shaft nut is very toght, still there is slack in the hub bearings as the wheel can be wiggled. I dissassembled and reassembled. This is a high quality part. What can I do to get the bearing slack out?
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 AT 7:33 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Sounds like if it is just the hub bearing assembly that is moving then the Spindle is worn and you will need to replace the Steering Knuckle.

Have you checked the Ball Joints and Tie Rod Ends?

Also have you mic'd the Spindle and the hub assembly to make sure same size?

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Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 AT 8:01 PM

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