3. Turn the spindle housing over and install the lower
bearing race into the spindle housing (Fig. 474).
Note: The wider inside diameter of the bearing race
should be facing up to accept the tapered
bearing.
Fig 474
4. Pack the tapered bearing with #2 grease and install
the tapered bearing (Fig. 475).
Fig 475
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5. Install the lower seal (Fig. 476).
Note: The open lip of the seal should be facing
outward.
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6. Using a seal driver, drive or press the seal on the
lower end of the spindle housing until the seal is
flush with the outer edge of the housing (Fig. 477).
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Fig 476
Fig 477
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