Re: IML: 66 imperial rear wheel bearings

[RandalPark@xxxxxxx]

I replaced the rear axle bearings on my '65 Crown, but that is the only Imperial I have had that problem with. At the time, I sent the axles to a shop to have the old bearings removed and new ones pressed on. There are also some critical measurements that need to be done during installation. I believe that a dial indicator is called for and required to do the job right.

I have driven some of my Imperials many thousands of miles. I have had trouble with the driveline carrier bearing insulator, but never with the bearing itself. I have had no trouble with front wheel bearings.

These cars are not more susceptible to that type of bearing trouble than anything else. I have been told that '64, '65, &'66 can develop a strange electrical problem that causes the left rear wheel bearing to burn out due to grounding/arcing between the bearing and the race. I don't think I have had this problem myself, but spoke to an older gentleman that was sure that had happened to him.

Paul W.

In an email dated 18/6/2005 2:57:32 am GMT Daylight time, mjusten@xxxxxxxxxxx writes:

>hi imperial enthusiasts:
>
>anyone ever replaced the rear axle bearings on a 66 crown? ?it looks like a big job in the FSM. ?are these bearings available? ?the FSM shows a bearing retaining collar which need to be chiseled off. ?is this thing available also?
>
>after i replace these bearings, i will have replaced all 5 including the center support bearing. ?i have never had such a bearing problem on a classic car like on this car. ?is this a typical problem on these cars?
>
>thanks
>marty justen
>
>66 crown 2 dr
>


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