Is it normal to have rough feeling in new hub bearings?
In recent years there have been concerns about new hub bearings being rough or difficult to rotate. Many technicians inspect a new replacement hub bearing visually and by rotating the assembly once or twice by hand. During the inspection process, it is not abnormal to feel a rough, coarse sensation as the two halves of the hub are rotated.
What makes a humming noise after wheel bearing replacement?
So I’ve had some bad luck with the driver side wheel bearing; and since I have very limited tools and space I generally have my FIL who is a very good mechanic work on my car. Anyhoo, the first wheel bearing went out, replaced and within six months I can hear the humming noise that started get louder with increased speed.
Why do my new SKF hubs feel rough?
This condition is not an indication of a defective bearing; these hub units should not be returned as suspected defective parts. This condition is caused by the premium grease SKF uses in many of its bearings, especially in hub bearings.
What happens if wheel hubs are installed the wrong way?
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: Vibrations when braking. Premature bearing failure.
So I’ve had some bad luck with the driver side wheel bearing; and since I have very limited tools and space I generally have my FIL who is a very good mechanic work on my car. Anyhoo, the first wheel bearing went out, replaced and within six months I can hear the humming noise that started get louder with increased speed.
What’s the difference between wheel bearing noise and rear differential noise?
Thankfully there are a few simple things that can help distinguish between rear differential noise and wheel bearing noise. Wheel Bearing Noise. Simplest check to identify a failing wheel bearing is to suspend the car so that the wheel does not touch the ground. Then grab the wheel and wiggle it back & forth.
In recent years there have been concerns about new hub bearings being rough or difficult to rotate. Many technicians inspect a new replacement hub bearing visually and by rotating the assembly once or twice by hand. During the inspection process, it is not abnormal to feel a rough, coarse sensation as the two halves of the hub are rotated.
This condition is not an indication of a defective bearing; these hub units should not be returned as suspected defective parts. This condition is caused by the premium grease SKF uses in many of its bearings, especially in hub bearings.