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It finally happened - front axle bearings went

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Mr. PlumCrazy, Mar 2, 2012.

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  1. Mar 2, 2012 #1
    Mr. PlumCrazy

    Mr. PlumCrazy Road Train Member

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    Well a couple weeks ago I had to call a hook front axke bearings went on me. Cost $1800 including the $350 tow. Cant just replace the bearing on a Volvo have to get the whole hub assy sealed bearings 420162_3311173346765_1491067196_3081870_1784143606_n.jpg
     
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  3. Mar 2, 2012 #2
    Round2

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    Just Hitched- as long as you both shall live
     
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  4. Mar 2, 2012 #3
    fortycalglock

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    Any day you get a truck and trailer towed for only $350 is a good day.
     
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  5. Mar 2, 2012 #4
    blanco

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    what is the mileage on truck now, maybe exceeded the recommended service interval.
     
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  7. Mar 2, 2012 #5
    pavel94

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    I had a wheel seat go out and it got welded to the axle. about three weeks
     
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  8. Mar 2, 2012 #6
    claytonr1973

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    Can't service anthing that is sealed, whether it's u-joints or wheel bearings.
     
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  9. Mar 2, 2012 #7
    Mr. PlumCrazy

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    Yea when I called them and they said $350 I told them to come get it and they was there in about 20 min or less and you can see its night. Couldnt get it fixed til the next day but them folks was real nice gave me the keys to one of the pickups so I could go get something to eat and thats a first for me
     
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  10. Mar 2, 2012 #8
    Dorsey

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    Where was this repair shop at?
     
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  11. Mar 2, 2012 #9
    SHC

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    Repair shop AND towing company's info please!!!!!

    Sounds like a good place to deal with
     
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  12. Mar 3, 2012 #10
    112racing

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    My freightliner has those hubs recommended to replace between 500,000 to 750,000 miles. The hubs cost $620 . Take about an hour to change
     
    112racing, Mar 3, 2012
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