D2 Front Hub Replacement?

R_Lefebvre

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Just want to get the net wisdom on replacing the front wheel hub/bearing on a D2.

The Rave describes removing the hub in assembly with the axle shaft. Then pressing the axle out of the hub with a press. Replace the oil seal in the axle shaft. Reinstall the axle into housing and then the hub, with Loctite 640.

On a FWD car, I would just use a gear puller to remove the driveshaft from the hub. Can it be done this way on a D2, or the shaft really has to come out to use a press?

Is it wise just to replace the axle seal at the same time?

I know I have an oily wetness on the steering knuckle on the right hand side, as well as 3 Amigos pointing to a failure of the right front wheel sensor. Not sure if the oil is coming from the axle oil seal, or the bearing. I have already purchased a bearing/hub assembly, but not the oil seal yet.
 

Jkid

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You should not need a press to get it off the axle (mine came right off), you don't need to remove the axle shaft. The amigos could be from the bad hub itself, but a new hub usually comes with a new sensor anyways, so no worries there. If you see oil of course replace the seal. Replace it anyways they're not expensive.
 

rovercanus

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Some will fall right out, some will need to be pressed. I've had it both ways. It wouldn't hurt to have a seal handy. Also, if you have wetness in the area, I would check the cv boot, I had a tear in one of mine that I at first thought was a leaking seal.
For what it's worth, I've changed hubs without changing the seal, as long as you don't damage it pulling it out and it isn't leaking in the first place, you may be ok.
 

kb3ejw

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Oct 16, 2008
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had to remove mine last week to install my new ashcrofts...
used a slap hammer to get the hub loose of the knuckle...no need to remove the axles at all.unless ur replacing them.
 
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R_Lefebvre said:
Just want to get the net wisdom on replacing the front wheel hub/bearing on a D2.

The Rave describes removing the hub in assembly with the axle shaft. Then pressing the axle out of the hub with a press. Replace the oil seal in the axle shaft. Reinstall the axle into housing and then the hub, with Loctite 640.

On a FWD car, I would just use a gear puller to remove the driveshaft from the hub. Can it be done this way on a D2, or the shaft really has to come out to use a press?

Is it wise just to replace the axle seal at the same time?

I know I have an oily wetness on the steering knuckle on the right hand side, as well as 3 Amigos pointing to a failure of the right front wheel sensor. Not sure if the oil is coming from the axle oil seal, or the bearing. I have already purchased a bearing/hub assembly, but not the oil seal yet.


Why do you even ask questions here? You're just going to ignore anything that's posted here and post your usual Canadian bullshit.
 

bradartigue

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Mar 7, 2018
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I'm digging around for these hub assembly replacement threads and note that the link above redirects you to some "car secrets" spam page. I know it's ancient, but now you know not to follow it :)
 

bradartigue

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Mar 7, 2018
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I watched a few. Seems straightforward other than the tremendous amount of torque necessary on the hub nut. I previously attempted to just replace the ABS sensor, which was a complete waste of time given the cost of hubs is under $100 each.

I have this to do and I found the roof rail extensions so I'll have a day of pulling the Discovery apart this weekend. Should be fun.
 

jprover2

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Apr 8, 2017
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Birmingham,Al
Just be careful when removing hub/axle to not damage the axle seal. I've got a front passenger side that won't stop leaking. I've got new ball joints, hubs and about to replace the axle. So be careful..
And as far as removing the axle nut. Knock the staked section back out and hit it with a impact gun. If rusty apply lot of PB blaster. The hub releasing may require some persuasion from a BA hammer.
 

K-rover

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I prefer to use a puller vs a BFH. Ive messed up a few hubs by beating on them with a hammer to get them off.
 

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Jeff Blake

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Since Corteco no longer makes those seals, you're basically left with either Blue bag or genuine. I ordered both and compared, they looked the same, and quality is not as good as the Corteco. I'd be careful and try not to damage it, and re-use if possible. If putting in a new one, don't use a large socket, it will damage the lip. Lubricate the axle shaft and inner oil seal with gear oil and a dab of grease. One of the ball joint adapters from the Harbor Freight kit is a perfect fit for the seal. Coat the hub and knuckle mating surfaces with aluminum anti-seize, and you should never have to use a puller or hammer again.

I put in all 4 new Britpart hubs @ 70 bucks a pop when I did lockers and axles, no issues so far with those. I couldn't find Timken hubs, and genuine's were $400 ish (Genuine's are probably Timken..). Buying aftermarket hubs stateside is highway robbery, have to go across the pond