Front hub/carrier/bearing questions
04-03-2011 | 10:05 AM
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Front hub/carrier/bearing questions
I would like to replace both front wheel bearings, since the right side has a noticable rough spot.
I have the EBS bearing tool, so:
Andreas
I have the EBS bearing tool, so:
- Can this only be done with the hubs attached to the car, or can I do the work on my bench (after removing the entire hub carrier/steering knuckle)?
- Do I need a special tool to first pull the hub from the bearing (horseshoe)?
- Should the final torquing be done with the car on the ground?
- Should I replace both hub nuts (L & R)?
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04-03-2011 | 10:35 AM
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Don't pull the hub, that is unnecessary work. The horseshoe makes it easier to get the hub out of the bearing, but isn't 100% necessary. There are other methods that work as well. After that, you don't use the horseshoe. Do the final torque (and loosening for that matter) on the ground for sure. The nut, while it technically should be replaced, honestly can be reused, it is just another part Porsche wants to sell you.
04-03-2011 | 02:53 PM
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Don't pull the hub, that is unnecessary work. The horseshoe makes it easier to get the hub out of the bearing, but isn't 100% necessary. There are other methods that work as well. After that, you don't use the horseshoe. Do the final torque (and loosening for that matter) on the ground for sure. The nut, while it technically should be replaced, honestly can be reused, it is just another part Porsche wants to sell you.
04-03-2011 | 03:29 PM
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It will make them go in easier, but I've never seen one just fall in. Bearings in the freezer helps as well. If you are using the B-90 tool, then it doesn't matter, it will pull the bearing in nice and easy anyway.
04-03-2011 | 11:05 PM
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