repack Wheel bearings?

Asked by Dennis May 25, 2021 at 10:25 PM about the 1966 Ford Mustang Fastback RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

On a '66 do the wheel bearings need to be re-packed occasionaly, or are they
sealed for life?

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oilyspill answered 2 years ago

for wheel bearing adjust. With wheel and drum rotating,torque adjusting nut to 17--25 ft lbs. Back off adjusting nut 1/2 turn. Then tighten nut to finger tight, install nut lock and cotter pin. good luck. You can double check this info.

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F_O_R answered 2 years ago

I would repack them every time you do the brakes.

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