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by jannickz
Thu Nov 30, 2023 3:04 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Bearing Choice
Replies: 8
Views: 4263
Great Britain

Re: Bearing Choice

For your front wheel bearing , I would recommend getting a bearing from a reputable brand and made from high-quality materials. You should also make sure that the bearing has the correct tolerance for your application. I would not recommend getting a bearing from Moss or another supplier unless you ...
by jannickz
Thu Nov 30, 2023 3:01 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Front wheel bearings question
Replies: 25
Views: 17509
Great Britain

Re: Front wheel bearings question

The design of the front hubs on your 1973 S3 OTS does have a potential design flaw that could lead to wear on the stub axles. The inner bearing race is not pressed onto the stub axle, but rather relies on the end float of the hub nut to keep it in place. Over time, this can cause the bearing race to...