Wheel Bearing Replacement - What can go wrong ?

[And416]

Hi ... I have a 2000 2.7 with approx 86K kms on the OD. I am very sure there are a couple of wheel bearings that need replacement. I get the typical sounds when turning a corner and the road noise is obvious. I'm in Toronto and store the car in the winters (usually about mid Nov). I've put quite a bit of $$ into the car this year (transmission and IMS bearing) and I'm considering putting the bearing replacement off until next spring. My question is what could possibly go wrong if I drive the car for the next 3 weeks without replacing the bearings. My tires already have 15K + on them so if they wear I'm not overly concerned ... what other risks do I run ?