After recently purchasing a used 99 wolvy, I took it out for its first trip this weekend. Problem #1) I could not down shift after being in 5th gear. Figured out that the cap bolt on the peg had come out and there was no leverage to down shift on the shift lever. Found a bolt to match problem fixed. Problem #2 popped up while fixing #1. My buddy noticed a tire lean on the front end. We think the bearings are shot as both front wheels can be physically rocked abck and forth(approx 2-3"of loose play) Needless to say my ride was done for the day after discovering this. ANy suggestions on how to go about fixing this?[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-frown.gif[/img][img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif[/img][img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-mad.gif[/img][img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-shocked.gif[/img]

 

Wheel bearings are easy. they're the sealed type I think, just like on the warrior.

1.Remove your tire
2.take out the cotter pin in the hub nut
3.remove the hub nut (should basically come off with your hand)

Now the fun begins

4.Remove the old bearings and seals as applicable
5.If there are races with the bearing you'll probably have to hammer them out with a hammer and another tool (I've found aluminum round stock to be a good tool)
6.Clean the hub and spindle to remove any traces of the old bearings and such
7.Install the new bearings and seals as applicable. When tapping the new bearings in, be sure that you don't hit them directly with the hammer. If you have a hard plastic hammer that will do, otherwise, use a block of wood to protect the bearings.
8.Put the spindle back on and install the hub nut. Don't over tighten the nut.
9.Check that the hub spins freely and replace the cotter pin. Use a new one.
10.Put your tire back on.
11.Go for a scoot!

 

Thanks NLWarrior. ONly thing is that I first have to get that castle nut off, loose, anything. It will not budge. Cotter pin came out no problem, I cranked on that castle not for half an hour, nothing. I may need to get an impact wrench. Any suggestions? I also need to make sure I have the right replacements parts.

 

Soak it in penetrating oil for a little while first if you have not already done so.

Then clean off the nut to make sure the wrench doesn't slip. If you don't have an impact wrench/gun then a neat replacement is a good hammer. Hope your wrenches have lifetime warranties on them!! Quick hard hits on the wrench can act like an impact wrench.

As for replacement parts you should be able to get those easily enough. Try either your local yammie dealer or another aftermarket parts store. You might have to order them from rocky mountain or some place like that.

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This link gives good breakdowns on parts and such and relative costs as well. Hope it helps!

 

Use a breakover and cheater bar to loosen the castle nut. The tend to seize sometimes. If you do this, be sure to use a six point socket to keep it from slipping. I recommend an impact socket with a 1/2"
breakover.

~HoundDog