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James Scott 09-15-2003 02:55 PM

Front Bearing R & R
 
Please point me to the remove/install instructions for FRONT BEARINGS (OEM). [I'll be using a HubTamer] Do I need to remove tierod end ball joints? Thanks! :D

Beav 09-15-2003 03:19 PM

Unbolting the lower ball joint will be required to allow axle removal. Separating the tie rod end will make the job soooo much easier.

lee 09-15-2003 03:20 PM

don't know if there is/isn't a front bearing how to....but

Beav is the originator of a trick that has you remove the three bolts at the bottom of the lower A-arm. This allows the hub to be pulled out enough to get the axle out without disturbing the ball joint and eliminates the need for a realignment. A diligent search will turn up a bunch on axle removal - then it's just a matter of knowing how to use the hub tamer.

basically,
remove wheel,
remove axle nut,
remove 3 bolts,
remove pin on transmission end of axle,
remove axle,
use hub tamer to R&R bearing,
reverse,
live happily ever after - or until you need the car again,
(whichever comes first)


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