Posts Tagged ‘wheel hubs’
Common Wheel Hub Problems For Dodge/RAM Trucks
If you have a Dodge or RAM truck, odds are you’ll experience issues with wheel bearings at some point. Here’s a list of symptoms related to wheel bearing failure on Dodge or RAM trucks, as well as some diagnostic tips, repair info, recommended parts, and background information.
Read MoreCritical Wheel Hub Assembly Components
A wheel hub assembly has a group of components that work together. Each component is critical in the functioning of the entire assembly. Let’s talk about each one in more detail.
Read More5 Telltale Signs of A Worn Wheel Hub Bearing
A worn wheel hub bearing is a pretty big deal. If you let it go on long enough, the wheel could literally fall off while you’re driving. That could cause a catastrophic accident that puts your life and others’ lives at risk. That’s why it’s important to watch out for the signs of a worn…
Read MoreHow Winter Kills Wheel Hub Assemblies
Potholes can wreak havoc on a vehicle’s tires, wheels, wheel alignment and balance, and wheel bearings and hubs. If wheel hub assemblies have an enemy, it’s potholes.
Read MoreHow Off-Road Tires Impact Wheel Bearings, Hubs, and Universal Joints
This article was originally published on Counterman.com. Summer is right around the corner, and a bunch of off-road vehicles will be coming into your shop, most of which will have oversized tires. It’s important to be aware of how oversized tires place increased stress on wheel bearings, hubs, and U-joints.
Read MoreCommon Mistakes to Avoid When Replacing Wheel Hubs
A wheel hub assembly is one of those parts that need to be installed the right way the first time. An improperly installed wheel hub assembly causes quite a few problems, such as:
Read More3 Reasons To Avoid Low Quality Wheel Hub Assemblies
It might be tempting to install a low-priced, wheel hub assembly to save some money. However, low-price will cost you quality. Here are some things to think about before making a decision.
Read MoreWhat Causes a Wheel Hub Assembly to Go Bad?
Good wheel hub assemblies are built like tanks. But sometimes they break or wear out, like any other part on a car. When that happens, it’s easy to wonder what went wrong. There are three common causes of bearing failure: impacts, contamination, or improper alignment.
Read More3 Mistakes Even the Pros Make When Replacing a Wheel Hub Assembly
Even though wheel hub assembly replacements are a routine auto repair service and the process is easy and straightforward for professionals and DIYers alike, improper installations are still pretty common.
Read MoreHow to Tell Which Wheel Hub is Making Noise
Is one of your wheels making a funny noise such as grinding, knocking, rumbling, or clicking? Does your steering wheel vibrate and/or feel loose?
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