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[joecefnhedog]

Hi again, i am going to change the wheel bearings on all four wheels, as i have never done this before i have come to you for advice 

Firstly, i have a 1992 1.3i spi cooper, so which bearings should i buy?? I read tapered were better.

Secondly, what tools would i need to fit them?

Thirdly, any tips on fitting them, also how long do they tend to last, will i need to replace them regularly?

Thanks again 

[Jordie]

buy good quality timken bearings.

 

Front (you will need 2 kits in total, 1 per side)

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Rear (again 2 kits, 1 per side)

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Haynes manual explains it all. Basically remove hubs from car, use a drift to remove the bearings.

 

Remember the bearings are matched (inner and outer races) so keep them together when removed from box and fitting.

 

You will need some grease (unless supplied) and you need to load the bearings by forcing the grease in from the top until it comes out of the bottom. You basically use your thumb to push the grease into the gap in the bearing, ensuring grease is all the way through all the way around. You do this before fitting to the hub by the way.

[jaydee]

Use quality grease on your bearings, the sachet supplied with the bearings usually contains marmalade

[Fast Ivan]

as above a manual is a good investment

 

tools

ball joint splitter

torque wrench

breaker bar

socket set

spanner set

pin punches or something softer to remove bearings

hammer

front hub torque washer

 

that's all I can think of at the moment

[mrducati]

If you choose to use a fork-type ball joint splitter, it might be an idea to buy some dust covers http://minispares.co...sic/BTA377.aspx

 

 for the swivel pins, as these are prone to be ruined by the fork.

I prefer the scissor type.