NOISE / whining

[geo tracker 37145]

Just put new wheel bearing and seals in the front of my 91 Geo Tracker 4x4 5 speed and now I am hearing a whine in the right front wheel, sounds like the bearing is dry but the bearing were packed really good and I cant see any reason for a noise like this? Seems to be worse around 45 mph... Anyone know what this could be? Thanks,








91' geo traker 4x4 5 speed, rag top.
96' geo tracker 2x4 auto, rag top.

[MarkB.NV]

Did you properly torque the axle nuts?

IIRC, these are supposed to be ~130 ft/lbs and you have to use the correct socket.



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Don't try hammering on the pin holes, you cannot get the necessary torque.

[geo tracker 37145]

Thanks! No I did not have that tool, I have always used a punch and hammer and have never had problems so Im sure all the other time have just been luck, now I have to find someone in my area that has the special socket. Thanks for the reply and the picture of the socket!..

[hialtitude]

That tool is expensive, but worth it in the end. I looked at spending the money versus making a tool myself. If quickly found it wasn't worth my time. I was still money ahead after I purchase the tool, and have used it more than for just the one job on my vehicle. The right tool makes the job sooo much easier!

[jtgh]

wow , you punched it up?
With the special tool , torque the Lock ring #18 to 123-180 ft/lbs. Tool # J-37763

This torque setting is most critical.
I increased the torque to 170 lbs/ft , from 123 until the locking ring screws aligned.
OR

you could have a bad caliper.
a cracked disc rotor.
a bad CV joint.