^^^ Yes, setting the pre-load on the wheel bearing using a dial gauge is very important and ONLY WAY TO DO IT. More important then the Old mechanics trick.

But take old mechanic's information for what it is and to each his own on how to apply it. This is from a guy with 35 plus years of experience on MBs. So he must of experienced something to make a point of it.

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