Installation and selection of shims for rear wheel bearings on Corvette C3

Now it is time to tackle the slightly more complicated job that requires precision. It is time to start by installing the bearing races and adjusting the play between the bearings so that it is neither too tight nor too loose. To get this exactly right, there is a tool where the bearings fit in place and the sleeve in the middle between the bearings also fits onto the shaft. The next step is to find the correct thickness of shims so that the play ends up within the proper tolerance.