I'm not saying Kent is wrong, he has a wealth of knowledge. It may have been coincidence; but, my axles were swapped side to side because they were out due to differential work. Have you guessed where this is going???...a short while after axles that had not exhibited any problems began making noise and needed to be replaced.

Been watching your bearing replacement thread and see that you are having a far more difficult time than I did. Judging by the pictures, it appears that mine went easier due to less corrosion.

Good luck and I would not swap the axles.

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