1998 Ford Escort Bolt

1998 FORD ESCORT
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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KADAY
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Hi, i have changed the rear bearing near side on my escort 1.8 gti, when doing up the bolt it would not go the distance of the spindle thread, i over tightened it and round it off. I have brought another spindle and another new set of bearings and i have the same problem it goes so fare and then stops but i am being told there is only one bolt for this spindal what could be the cause.

Cheers Kez
Jan 24, 2009 at 10:50 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
Are you sure the bearing is properly seated? Is it possible to take a picture for me to see what is happening? Are you sure you have the correct bearings?

Joe
Feb 1, 2009 at 11:52 AM
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