AMC 20 trouble
DRoss
Jeeper
I'm new to forum and to jeeps. Already have a problem with my AMC20 . I bought a 84' CJ7 and found that it had a bent left rear axle. Bought the Alloy one piece kit to replace it. I followed instructions and added shims to reach the .020 to .060 spacing required. Did this to both sides. Went for a short drive (10 - 20 miles) and checked for heat at axle. Driver side not hot. Passenger side to hot to touch. Took it apart again and bearing was shot. Question is why were there no factory shims on passenger side? Would I ruin the bearing if it was to loose by a couple thousandths? Or was it just to tight? Any opinions would be greatly appreciated.