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Old 02-21-2006, 10:45 AM
Pete Burton Pete Burton is offline
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There is a specific amount of grease you should shoot for, not completely filling the cavity. I wouldn't go nuts trying to match it, but that and the procedure for adjusting the play should be followed. Do change the seal, but I would only change the bearings if they are damaged or worn. This is the best guide I have ever seen describing common bearing failures: http://www.bardenbearings.com/scan%20pdf/Bearing%20Failure%20Brochure.pdf

Also, you can wash the bearings out in kerosene and then a little rubbing alcohol before blowing them dry and greasing them, but do not use the air to spin the bearing cage around the race.
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