thanks again for the input. i couldn't believe what i found when i disassembled everything. the front hub oil seal/bearing seal was the culprit. the metal spring used to help seal somehow came out during install and was grinding between the spindle and wheel bearing. what a trip. so, redid everything and seems okay now. Aloha. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />

if u ain't 4 wheelin, whats the sense...