[Bricklin] Help - wheel bearings

[diraxel at hush.com]

Hi gang,
I replaced my wheel bearings (A2, A6 + seal 7022S, all from National
(Federal Mogul I believe)) before I took on a 680 mile trip.
The passenger side started to be noisy after 375 miles, to become a
non stopping loud noise. Around 400+ miles, from times to times, the
car started to steer to the right with an added noise. Just a couple
of times actually since I quickly deemed this was not sustainable and
quickly pulled over.
I jacked up my B and I released a bit (1/4 circle) the screw for the
bearings.
I was then able to drive home, slowly 20-35 mph, while checking the
temperature of the centercap from times to times.

When the bearings were replaced, the tightening torque was checked on
internet and 2 values were found: 1/4 circle and 1/2 circle.
I think 1/2 circle was used.
What I think is odd are the followings:
- if the bearings were bad / tightening torque wrong, both sides
should have failed within the first 60 miles
- why only the passenger side failed and not the driver? A faulty
bearing is possible but isn't much probable

Anyway, I got to re-purchase the bearings and replace them. Would you
have any knowledge about the tightening torque please?

Eric
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