"N8N" > wrote in message
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> gary wrote:
>> 2000 grand caravan drum brakes rear. I pulled off the wheels and drums
>> to
>> have look at the brakes and gave the hubs a spin. On both sides there is
>> friction, i.e. they do not spin unhindered. They will not continue
>> spinning
>> if you give them a spin they stop immediately. Is this normal or should
>> I
>> replace the wheel bearings. 125,000KM on the vehicle.
>>
>> Thanks
>> Gary
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> Probably wouldn't hurt to re*pack* the bearings but unless they look
> bad no need to replace them. the friction is probably from the brakes
> dragging anyway which is normal.
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> nate
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How would the brakes affect them if the drums are off?