front brake discs replacement

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#1 front brake discs replacement

Post by Nomisblue01 » Fri Dec 23, 2016 10:29 am

Morning All

Planning to replace front discs and pads.

Question? will i need to replace bearings if i remove the hub, or will it stay intact and i can replace disc then refit.

Thx in advance
Simon

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#2 Re: front brake discs replacement

Post by mgcjag » Fri Dec 23, 2016 10:44 am

Hi Whats your name.....how about putting it in your signature line.......you should be ok removing and replaceing the existing bearing.....its quite detailed in the service manual...in the remove and refit hub section.....you will possibly need a hub puller.....and on refit a dial guage for end float of the hub.....having said that once removed check the oil seals and replace if damaged
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#3 Re: front brake discs replacement

Post by Nomisblue01 » Fri Dec 23, 2016 11:26 am

Hi Steve

thx for info will check and make sure seals all ok.
Simon

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#4 Re: front brake discs replacement

Post by christopher storey » Fri Dec 23, 2016 12:42 pm

You should not need a puller on the front . With pads out and the caliper off the stub axle, spin the disc and listen for bearing noise** , then you then remove the split pin, undo the nut and the outer bearing will then easily pull off together with the disc . Examine the bearing cage and rollers carefully having degreased them - if no noise and no sign of damage or foreign bodies such as stones, then the bearings should be ok.

** Glass of wine in one hand and mince pie in the other whilst doing this

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#5 Re: front brake discs replacement

Post by Gfhug » Fri Dec 23, 2016 2:39 pm

Come on Chris, shows us how to spin the disc without spilling the wine :?:
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#6 Re: front brake discs replacement

Post by christopher storey » Fri Dec 23, 2016 3:40 pm

Ah yes, that's rather a good point :bigrin: :bigrin:

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#7 Re: front brake discs replacement

Post by Nomisblue01 » Sun Dec 25, 2016 8:01 am

Hi All

Have decided to replace bearings as well, as the cost is not too great and using the books Santa has delivered looks an easier job then first thought.

Happy New year to all
Simon

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