Axle - Axle to Spindle Thrust Bearing Clearance
84ford4Article No. 84-22-6
AXLE - FRONT - AXLE TO SPINDLE THRUST BEARING CLEARANCE/FREEPLAY
LIGHT TRUCKS 1975 & LATER ECONOLINE
King pin thrust bearing shims are not utilized on Econoline axle and after market king pin kit shims should not be used.
The gap between the axle and spindle interface should be measured with a feeler gauge or freeplay measured with a dial indicator. Clearance of .050" or less is acceptable. Clearances in excess of .050" indicate that the thrust bearing is worn down and should be replaced.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: None
WARRANTY STATUS: "INFORMATION ONLY"