info for wheel bearing replacement

my o9 access cab with 115600 miles on it, needs a wheel bearing in the front replaced on right side.. Im just wondering if this is something I would be able to do myself to save some cash. or should I just have a dealer/mechanic do it? I know I would need a bearing press.

I got a quote from a mechanic at around $1100.oo to replace both front wheel bearings. should I replace both? or just the right one.. are wheel bearings easy to replace on my own without much trouble? what would the down time be?

 

Do it yourself and save $$$$. Check these two members for wheel bearings already pressed in for you.

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacoma-marketplace/288055-wheel-bearings-hubs-4x4-sale-complete-best-price-ever-save.html

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacoma-marketplace/288282-front-wheel-bearing-hub-solution-ive-done-work-you-save-money.html

I would suspect if one side needs it done, the other side can't be far behind. It makes sense to do both at same time

 

thanks guys. what tools do i need ?

 

Buy the pre pressed wheel hub/ bearings first then standard assortment of sockets minus a bigger one foe axle nut and a pry bar. To take the hub out. Also a rubber mallet too.

 

I supplied the parts and the dealer changed mine for $85. So yea your indie needs his head checked.

 

Here you go, how to and tools used.

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/189356-how-remove-cv-axle-replace-front-wheel-bearing-2nd-gen.html

 

Easy job, do it yourself. Bamatoy sells a great product to make this an even easier swap.

 

thanks for all your input! it helps!