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Old Aug 26, 2018 | 11:14 AM
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2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT, rear wheel drive


Hello All,
I purchased a front wheel bearing and hub assembly from Rock Auto a few months ago and noticed a few days ago that it appears to be leaking grease from the backside. The bearing/hub assembly is a sealed unit and has no grease fittings.

I know sometimes a bearing may leak grease from the manufacturer after being installed (due to over-packing) and that is normal. I however would think that only applies to bearings that have grease fittings? So is this normal or not?

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Ralph

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Old Aug 26, 2018 | 11:15 AM
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First image is of new bearing that is leaking.

The second image is of the original bearing which is dry.
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Old Aug 26, 2018 | 01:03 PM
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Yup, its leaking. Best to replace it now.
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