96 hub/bearing install problems
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96 hub/bearing install problems
Tried to install replacement hubs in the rear today, and was going to replace rotors and pads all the way around at the same time. Everything went fine at first - got the caliper off and hung safely, no prob ... got the bottom of the 3 hub bolts out (T55 for anyone who may need to know about the bolts) using a breaker bar, bolt came all the way out. Good! Went to remove the one on the top left and got it loosened but it was blocked from being fully removed by a bracket at the end of the axle. But it came out far enough that I could replace the hub. Tried to loosen the top right bolt, and I didn't have enough room to even break it loose. The axle is just too much in the way. After 3 hours, I decided that $100 install charge at the local shop was worth it, so I put it all back together and drove it down to let them fight with it. They stand a better chance of having the right tools and a much better jack :P
I'm curious though - was I doing something wrong? Anyone have tips for removing the top bolts? And why was one blocked by the axle? Seems like poor design to me.
Thanks for any input!
Oh and by the way - the hubs I got were from wheelbearingsinc.com, $65 each for the rears. Once they are in I'll be sure to let you know how they do.
I'm curious though - was I doing something wrong? Anyone have tips for removing the top bolts? And why was one blocked by the axle? Seems like poor design to me.
Thanks for any input!
Oh and by the way - the hubs I got were from wheelbearingsinc.com, $65 each for the rears. Once they are in I'll be sure to let you know how they do.
