Why anyone would not use the manufacturer's recommendation for adjusting wheel bearings is beyond me. The instructions are very clear with pictures and make perfect sense. (Bear with me. I seem to be channeling Denny Graham for some weird reason
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Tightening until the wheel stops turning is far from a precise procedure. There are too many variables (moving parts) involved which will cause the wheel to stop turning before the bearing preload is reached.
Conversely, tightening to 33 ft. pounds will establish a specific preload, while backing the nut to a specified position as described in the Manual will give you a precise amount of free play.
Carl
