On Mon, 17 Sep 2007 20:46:34 -0700 "Alex Chamberlain" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> On 9/14/07, Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Found a dial indicator on eBay which has 0.0001" resolution (quite > > adequate for adjusting front wheel bearings :-) ) for $15. The fellow > > says he has 12, so I thought I'd pass the information along. > > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/dial-indicator_W0QQitemZ200146195835QQihZ010QQcategoryZ25272QQcmdZViewItem > > > > > > I've never done wheel bearings. Don't you need a hook or at least some > way to attach a wire to test the preload? I can't tell from the > picture whether this item has a suitable fixture. You fasten the dial indicator to the brake disk hub with a magnetic base and put the tip of the indicator on the end of the spindle. Then you grab the brake disk with both hands and move it in and out. The amount of movement the dial indicator should show should be about 0.0005". [That's the gist of what the manual says, anyhow.] Craig _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
