So I finally feel well enough brave the heat tackle the BBK. I jacke up the Tib and as soon as it in the air I notice that the drivers-side front wheel has LOTS of play. Over half an inch in fact, in a full 360 degree rotation. Good news is I have the bearings already, had planned to replace them preemptively anyway, and everything else, thankfully, seems good and solid. The bad news is I have to run down to autozone and grab a new socket because none of the ones I have are the right size for the shaft nut. With that much play should I just order a new knuckle while I'm there or do you guys think there's a chance it's not scored totally to hell?



Keep in mind that like a total derp I did drive about 400-500 miles while it was making that noise.

 

Don't buy the part unless you can return it for a full refund in the happy case that you don't need it.

 

Oh Man, changing that wheel bearing is pain in the a**. I changed mine and I hope I dont need to do it again, rears are really easy but the front. I would recommend you to buy the whole set if you are not dedicated enough and plus you can damage more than you repair. Easiest way to do it taking the whole set out and working on it. Good luck!!!



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