Rear wheel bearings
#1
Rear wheel bearings
I'm still on with my rear underbody mini restoration on my 03 uk sti.
Iv got the rear hub/knuckle assembly off, as I'm re bushing all the rear anyway, now I'm thinking while it's off is it worth getting the rear wheel bearings changed, I would have to take it to somewhere as I don't have press or bearing spilters ect.
The bearings feel OK, 1 is a bit tighter than I expected but both feel smooth, cars got 85k on.
would you change them or just keep it is with current bearings in place? Any ideas of the cost for bearings and labour time if I take the rear hub/knuckle assembly somewhere?
Iv got the rear hub/knuckle assembly off, as I'm re bushing all the rear anyway, now I'm thinking while it's off is it worth getting the rear wheel bearings changed, I would have to take it to somewhere as I don't have press or bearing spilters ect.
The bearings feel OK, 1 is a bit tighter than I expected but both feel smooth, cars got 85k on.
would you change them or just keep it is with current bearings in place? Any ideas of the cost for bearings and labour time if I take the rear hub/knuckle assembly somewhere?
#2
I did it on my 03 JDM restoration, they are press fit bearings so more awkard then the newer bolt on bearings from 5x114 onwards..
Anyways , i got all mine from ICP...roughly €160-200 I think... then €120 to fit. I supplied hub to garage dismantled, still took them 3hours as the old bearing didnt want to come out.
Anyways , i got all mine from ICP...roughly €160-200 I think... then €120 to fit. I supplied hub to garage dismantled, still took them 3hours as the old bearing didnt want to come out.
#7
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In the past I have taken bearings to local garages and had them press them in for a tenner or so. I've no need to do that anymore but it's always an option.
I have found that Koyo bearings can be found at reasonable prices if you shop around.
I have found that Koyo bearings can be found at reasonable prices if you shop around.
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#8
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85k?yes, if your funds stretch that far, have 'em done for peace of mind. Genuine bearings aren't expensive if you shop around. Don't settle for anything other than genuine or Koyo, tho'
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