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[sm=confused06.gif] I've been trying to get my front rotor off my 2001 Ram 3500 4x4 to no avail. I need to replace the right front ABS speed sensor so removal is a must. I'm getting a little confused after reading all the BB and manual information. Is the unit a single piece molded to the hub or does the rotor seperate from the hub? I've taken out "ALL" the bolts to include the hub bolts. I've used plenty of WD-40 and I still can't get the rotor to budge at all. Am I missing something? Thanks.
Shane
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you could try penitrating oil around the outside of the hub where it meets the rotor, let it soak in for a bit. another thing to try is heat, heat up the area near where it meets the hub... just dont go over-board on it...
A trick I learned from the best brake specialist in the area is to use an air hammer with a blunt bit, run it around the wheel studs and all the area in between. have successfully removed a couple stuck rotors that way. Don't forget to put some anti-sieze in between the spindle and rotor when you re-install and it should not happen again, a little on the studs never hurts either. Good luck they can be a pain in the a$$.
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Or you can try this. It actually works pretty well.
1) leave the axleshaft nut tight so the bearing won't come apart.
2) remove the 4 hub-to-knuckle bolts from behind.
3) purchase a bolt with the same threading as the hub bolts, but an inch or 2 longer
4) thread that bolt into one of the hub holes several threads.
5) use a heavy metal spacer, such as an impact socket to fill the gap between the bolt head and the end-yoke of the axle tube.
6) start the truck and use the power steering to break loose the hub. Only turn the wheel VERY SLIGHTLY or you will bend/break the bolt.
7) repeat on the other side of the hub.
They can be hard to get off...especially if they have a lot of miles on them...or if they've been driven in road salt. Remember to put some anti-seize on the surfaces when you put it back together.
Thanks for all the good info. I finally got it off yesterday afternoon. I coninued using the WD-40 and rubber mallet. I start the driver side today.....
4x4 3500 Front Rotor Removal
Tourches are your best friend while working on cars too 
