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Wheel bearing replacement

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by trib, Dec 3, 2009.

  1. Dec 3, 2009 at 10:27 PM
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    trib

    trib [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I posted this in the 2nd gen forum but I think that folks here would probably be really helpful...

    I'm looking to replace the wheel bearings on my right front wheel of my 2005 tacoma with front disc brakes. I was told by a tech that my bearings are shot and the dealer wants a crazy amount (like $800 LOL, that is good mod $$$!!!) to fix it so I thought I would try it myself and save some money. I have lots of tools but no air powered stuff. I've done work on my Ford Mustangs (replaced brakes, exhaust, suspension, a clutch, just basic stuff), but never worked on a Toyota.

    Is this an easy job? How expensive are the wheel bearings themselves? I watched a video on Youtube for some other toyota and it looked like you needed special tools like a grinder which has me worried lol. BTW I do have the shop diagram of parts.

    Thanks for any help you can provide!
     
  2. Dec 3, 2009 at 10:29 PM
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    ya i got the service manual right up right in front of me haha it takes a couple different special service tools (sst) to get it done. but idk how special those really are
     
  3. Dec 3, 2009 at 10:31 PM
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    Yeah I saw that "SST", any idea what that is, what is stands for, where to buy, or how much it cost? LOL, got to love these detailed service manuals :)
     
  4. Dec 3, 2009 at 10:34 PM
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    i dont think they sell the sst's anywhere cause its a "special part" haha
     
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    Holy crap this looks complicated :(
     
  7. Dec 4, 2009 at 6:33 AM
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