Wobbly wheel after replacing front wheel bearings?

Tiny
WILL HUNTER
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  • 1995 CHEVROLET VAN
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 130,000 MILES
Hi! I just replaced the wheel bearings on my g30 van listed above. Unfortunately, it failed inspection because the wheels wobbled when off the ground. Oddly, when I take the calipers off and wiggle the rotor, it is firm and doesn't move. Then I thought it was just the lug nuts weren't tight, tightened them and still wobble. Any suggestions? It was my first-time replacing rotors and bearings. Thank you so much for the help, I'm trying to get on the road, and this is the last thing.
Saturday, March 18th, 2023 AT 3:28 PM

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Tiny
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bgat6VhJlUYbR2GqLoIeIzm0LqXag7AG/view?usp=drivesdk

Here's a link to a video of my girl friend and I wobbling the tire.
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Saturday, March 18th, 2023 AT 3:38 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

How did you adjust the bearing? Also, I am unable to access the video. I requested permission.

Let me know. Also, take a look at the pic below so I know we are on the same page. LOL

Take care,

Joe

See pic below. Let me know when I have access.
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Saturday, March 18th, 2023 AT 4:27 PM
Tiny
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Hi Joe, I gave you permission for the video! Also, our 14 in the diagram is the other way around. Is that correct? The cone part facing in? Thanks!
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Sunday, March 19th, 2023 AT 7:09 AM
Tiny
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I adjusted the front one by spinning the wheel and pushing it in, then tightening the castle nut enough for a full rotation.
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Sunday, March 19th, 2023 AT 7:11 AM
Tiny
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Also! We assumed that the raves were already in the new rotor. Is that correct? Do they normally do that? Or were we being wack?
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Sunday, March 19th, 2023 AT 7:14 AM
Tiny
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*races
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Sunday, March 19th, 2023 AT 7:16 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

As far as number 14, you are correct in how you installed it. I'm not sure why the pic looks like it does.

Okay, I watched the video and saw the play. It could be from the bearing, or it could be the outer tie rod. I wasn't able to see it when you were wiggling the wheel. So, check that. Also, place your hands at 6 and 12 o'clock on the tire and wiggle to see if there is play in the ball joint.

Next, remove the wheel. Remove the wheel bearing cap. Follow the directions listed in the pic below and let me know if the play is reduced.

Let me know what you find. Also, check the tie rod and ball joint.

Take care,

Joe

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Sunday, March 19th, 2023 AT 8:12 PM

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