[Supras] Supra rear wheel bearings

[Walker, Brian (Rich. Dist)]

Bob, any chance that clunk is the rear ball joints and not the bearing?
The downside to this is, it appears that you can't replace the joint
alone, it's only available with a new upper control arm (this is from
the research I've done, someone may happen to offer a joint that could
be pressed in on the arm?)
I've had to replace a couple ball joints (and arms) and did the front
bearings as preventative. Haven't messed with the rears yet.
Brian

Date: Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:49:08 -0400
From: "Bob" <bob at hairballcreations.com>
Subject: [Supras] Supra rear wheel bearings
To: "'SOGI'" <Supras at supras.com>
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Has anyone out there had to replace the rear wheel bearings on their
Supra?

My 89 has like 68k so it has been sitting...  a lot.... but I am
surprised the bearing would have failed.  I can grab onto the rear tires
and as I rock it back and forth I can hear a clunk.  It isn't like they
are falling off but there is a noticeable amount of movement felt in the
tire.  

Additionally I hear a clunk when I pull into the driveway and nothing is
loose in the suspension.

I don't mind tossing $150 at the car I just want to make sure I am not
completely grabbing at straws so could I as someone out there with a
smooth driving Supra to grab onto a tire and see if they have any play
in it.

I do suspect this is my problem because the Mr2 next to it doesn't have
the same amount of movement

Thanks

Bob