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dghii · 09-09-2018, 05:59 PM

I've done front and rear. Fronts were easier due to not having to screw with the parking brake mechanism.

I didn't use the SIR tool but simply removed the hub and pressed out the bearing. Even if you have a shop R/R the bearing from the hub, it'll be cheaper than buying the SIR tool. Not dissing the tool...you could buy it, use it and sell it on if you want.

Remember to buy new axle nuts!

09-09-2018, 05:59 PM	#3
dghii Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 2,493	I've done front and rear. Fronts were easier due to not having to screw with the parking brake mechanism. I didn't use the SIR tool but simply removed the hub and pressed out the bearing. Even if you have a shop R/R the bearing from the hub, it'll be cheaper than buying the SIR tool. Not dissing the tool...you could buy it, use it and sell it on if you want. Remember to buy new axle nuts!