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Now i just need a puller to get the bastard off
@premmington where are you based?
considering pulling the upright / knuckle off to take it to someone with the tool
@premmington where are you based?
considering pulling the upright / knuckle off to take it to someone with the tool
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Ah a bit far to shoot up on a friday afternoon!
Unless Mr. Premmington works saturdays
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just waiting on bearing puller/install tool to arrive.Have you got sorted yet?
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I have had really rusted Mercedes wheel bearings similar to that which destroyed pullers.
So I use my 20 tonne press now. Split the ball joints with a tool that does not damage the boots then prop the hub securely into the press. Heat up with a map torch and they will go with a bang.
So I use my 20 tonne press now. Split the ball joints with a tool that does not damage the boots then prop the hub securely into the press. Heat up with a map torch and they will go with a bang.
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You need the tool to press the bearing back in correctlh
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That looks very similar to my transporter wheel bearings. The two I’ve done have been relatively easy with the correct tool. But I’d recommend using a big ratchet (3/4”) rather than an impact gun when removing or installing the bearing and lubricate the thread generously
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In most cases the original bearing is used to press the replacement one home which spreads the load. (This application may be different)
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+1 plenty of grease and no power tools on the special presses.
I was miffed when I lent one of my w220 bearing presses out and the guy used a power tool so I could see thread damage.
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That’s not really possible as the hub and the bearing are supplied as one assembly and have to be pressed in together. When assembled there is very little room between the inner wheel hub face and the housing. The bearing is held in place with a snap ring which is part of the bearing
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It's done and ABS problem appears to have been resolved.
Found numerous other issues while working on car.
1.) Wishbone rear bushes collapsing both sides.
2.) Steering rod end - allen hex now completely rusted/rounded out. Managed to do it up by using an easy out. Will be an angle grinder job to get it off.
3.) Exhaust sleeve/join between cat and back box rusted through clamps and loose.
4.) Exhaust rubber hangers excessive play
5.) Exhaust back box rotten, will have to fabricate new, no way on gods earth am i paying stealer prices for a new one nor £600 for a milltek.
Found numerous other issues while working on car.
1.) Wishbone rear bushes collapsing both sides.
2.) Steering rod end - allen hex now completely rusted/rounded out. Managed to do it up by using an easy out. Will be an angle grinder job to get it off.
3.) Exhaust sleeve/join between cat and back box rusted through clamps and loose.
4.) Exhaust rubber hangers excessive play
5.) Exhaust back box rotten, will have to fabricate new, no way on gods earth am i paying stealer prices for a new one nor £600 for a milltek.
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This is the secret to dsg reliability. My dad and brother have both had a number of dsg equipped Skodas with no issues at all, getting them serviced on time or sooner than the recommended intervals .
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@premmington can i book
in with you maybe next month for oil changes on dsg gearbox
in with you maybe next month for oil changes on dsg gearbox
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Yeah - I did another member of this forum DSG oil change a few months ago. I forget who - but he did drive a long way to get it done - nice chap but his name slips my mind.
I need to let gearbox cool down after you land - so I can spill the fluid at the right temp to set level as temp is rising not falling - so you will have to go have wander round King's Lynn (dirty docks town).
Don't suggest fried breakfast as I will be coming with you and your gearbox fluid won't get changed!
I will do adaptions to set clutch throw at same time. I stock the Febi filters and bung seals - plus the OE Quantum G spec fluid here.
Bring some cash and I will do you a deal like I did the other forum member!
