Wheel Bearing help

[jasoncitrano]

If i'm buying a new 4 bolt rear end with differential does it come with the wheel bearings becuase my passenger side rear wheel wobbles like crazy and i was told it was the wheel bearing.

 

[monotalonawd]

No, I don't think it'll come with the wheel bearings since they're not even part of the differential... unless you have access to the complete rear end including control arms, hubs, axles, differential! The wheel bearing and hub is part of the lower control arm.

Do you have the intention to buy NEW direct from the dealer?! That is going to cost an arm and leg! I suggest you find a donor car in good shape in a junkyard and transfer the 4 bolt rear end to your car.

In the end, it'll be easier to just change the wheel hub if your bearing is done. Unless you have a more glorious goal for your car (drag) like we all do!

 

[jasoncitrano]

well ok i bought http://www.dsmtuners.com/classifieds/showproduct.php?product=15266&sort=1&cat=7&page=1
and i wanted to know what else i needed to use to change the wheel bearing becuase i think that passenger side wheel bearing is broken.

 

[monotalonawd]

Didn't know you already bought the parts! Good find! But it's not clear in the pictures if they come with the hubs (look for the five wheel studs).

As for replacing them, an impact would be preferable for the big hub nut but a breaker bar can get you through if you can manage to stop the spindle from spinning while you unbolt. And a big f#$% hammer to free the hub from the control arm!

 

[oldman]

Does your car makes rotational noise when moving? If not, you might have worn control arm balljoint. Oh, the hub and bearing is not a part of the lower controller arm, it's connected to it via balljoint. If you need to replace the bearing remove the hub and take it to a trusted local mechine shop along with the new bearings and ask them to press out the old and in with the new. You should do both side together.