OK, so I am going to do a few things.
One, I will order new bearings and cups, just start the year with all fresh stuff since they have been hot.
Second, I am ordering a new drum for $50. The one I replaced in Wisconsin was slightly different and takes a different outside bearing. Nothing wrong with it, but it has a unique bearing and just means a different part to carry with us. I will keep it as a spare as it will work on boat or travel trailers.
Third, I will strip the bearings down and mic the spindles. Have to look up what the dimensions and tolerances are first. make sure spindles are right.
forth, while stripped I will have to look at the suspension components to see if everything looks right or moves. (frame on jack stands, use jack to move axles up and down.
Forth, if everything else checks out OK, put back together and take it out for a tow I guess.
Brian
