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Thanks for your knowledge. I think I did it correctly. I tightened the locknuts to the strength it takes to close a jar of pickles firmly, just until it felt tight enough basically.
Also, on the bearings, I think I have it right. I put quite a bit of grease in with the bearings, tightened up the cones until I just felt the slight pressure of the cone pressing on the bearings, then backed off just enough for it to feel loose (fraction of a turn).
When I spin the axle on the hub it does have some resistance but still turns freely. Is it right to feel some drag when turning the axle round in the hub with your fingers?