Rotor Hub Assembly
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Rotor Hub Assembly
I just bought Rotors for my 1996 Ford F250 2wd and all they had where the Rotor hub assembly. I have no idea on how to install them. So does anyone knows how to install them and if I need any special tool? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Yes you need a special bearing retainer nut socket that is often available for loan at larger parts chains. The basic process involves disassembling the locking hub assembly to gain access to the bearing retainer nuts, and with those removed the hub/rotor assembly will slide off the spindle. It would be worth it to at least get a blowup diagram of the front axle assembly to complete this task, and be aware there is a torque spec for the bearing retainer nuts.
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From: Charles Town, W bygod Va
Yes you need a special bearing retainer nut socket that is often available for loan at larger parts chains. The basic process involves disassembling the locking hub assembly to gain access to the bearing retainer nuts, and with those removed the hub/rotor assembly will slide off the spindle. It would be worth it to at least get a blowup diagram of the front axle assembly to complete this task, and be aware there is a torque spec for the bearing retainer nuts.
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