quote:Originally posted by PanteraDoug:quote:Originally posted by Rich Moss 8MA514:
I'm in the process of restoring my goose that came in parts. I need some info on rear alxe bearing assy, (I don't know proper nomenclature of the parts but will do my best to describe) I have what I believe all the orginal bearings, races, spacers, shims, and what I believe to be dust cover. What I don't understand is did these units have any type of grease seals, inner or outer. I think these should be packed bearings but how does the grease say clean and not seep out when warmed up. I have always had great results using Lucas Sticky bearing grease, any other recommendations for these bearings?
If anyone would happen to have a picture or instructions with measurements and torque specs. that would also be appreciated.
I can be emailed at jettours@charter.net
I believe that they are sealed bearings and as such greased at the factory.
Current front wheel drive cars use a similar concept.
Thank you very much for your reply, but I don't think these bearing are a sealed type, they are timpken style or tapered roller bearings with out seals. The set up is very much like you would set up pinion bearings, shims are used for correct seating of bearings in the races. They could even be said to resemble front wheel bearing except adjustments are by shims rather than axle nut and cottor pin.
Would anybody know if they are the same set up on the Pantera.
Thanks
Rich