Changing front wheel hub assembly
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Changing front wheel hub assembly
So my front bearing went out on my 2000 Dakota 4.7. I have everything taken apart and the new one ready to go HOWEVER I cant get the dang bolts that attach the hub to the spindle loose to save my fricking life. I've coated them with PB blaster and tried tapping them loose with a hammer and still am not having any luck. Heres my questions for anyone thats done it is 9/16th's the correct size or is it 14mm I've heard both. Also I can't get a good fit with a socket because of the stupid CV boot is in the way, can I just tap the spindle loose and move it out of the way? I've seen some people take the whole CV off and then you have access but I'm already having a hard time with the bolts I have now....
Also I don't have air tools or power tools I'm not sure you can fit a air socket in there. Any help figuring this out would be extremely helpful. This is my only vehicle and I'm having a hard time getting around without it. Thanks
Also I don't have air tools or power tools I'm not sure you can fit a air socket in there. Any help figuring this out would be extremely helpful. This is my only vehicle and I'm having a hard time getting around without it. Thanks
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I believe I used 14mm and a big breaker bar.
Keep using PB blaster and try some heat - I use a blowtorch.
You should be able to get a socket in there, just turn the wheels to give you more room
Once you get the bolts out and need to pry the rusted hub off of the spindle is where I had a hell of a time... lots of PB and bashing with a hammer and rock chisel.
Good luck
Keep using PB blaster and try some heat - I use a blowtorch.
You should be able to get a socket in there, just turn the wheels to give you more room
Once you get the bolts out and need to pry the rusted hub off of the spindle is where I had a hell of a time... lots of PB and bashing with a hammer and rock chisel.
Good luck
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If you round it too much, hammer a 13mm socket over it. You'll need to replace the bolt but that won't be difficult if you take one of the good ones to a hardware store.
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