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60series wheel bearings

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60series wheel bearings

Post by simonoz »

Hi
my HJ61 needs new wheel bearings in the front. i have got a quote from a mechanic of 560$. This seems a lot to me, as the wheel bearings are aorund 50$. Is it realy that much work???

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Post by hulsty »

No, not that much work, a lazy half day will see it done, its not that hard, get a manual and have a crack yourself, maybe someone here who is near your place can help you out. Reminds me I REALLY need to do mine too.
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Post by hj 45 »

You can easily get the wheel bearings done yourself, $560 just for this alone is............insane.
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Post by simonoz »

hmm, i'm not sure if i have the tools and the knowledge to do this.
Is there anybody around Perth who could help me? I would be very grateful.
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Post by oldmate »

560 would be closer to a cv repack with new seals everywhere.

Check what work he is actually doing.

just replacing the bearings is a 1.5-2 hr job at most.

good quality jap bearings are around 50 bucks a side at the most. (trade can be much cheaper)
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Post by Wozza244 »

If you are'nt confident in doing the bearings and like 4wding i really suggest you take this opportunity to learn some basics, wheel bearings are an easy job, find someone to point you in the right direction and start learning the wonderful world of mechanical work.
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Post by pig in shit »

only tools needed are a simple socket set, maybe a hammer and a screwdriver if you dont have a hub socket and some grease
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