Get the tire off the ground so you can spin it. Spin it and check for noise, check for play top-to -bottom (this will give the bearing clearance), check side to side play (like you are trying to turn the wheel, this will give you a little bearing play, but also if you have a tie rod problem). while its up in the air, see if you can lift straight up with the tire/wheel with a bar, this way you can check for ball joint problems.
Jimmy B.
Just can't wait to get on the road again.
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DanT