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Subject:Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
From:Jamie Fitterer
Date:Sun, 25 Apr 2010 19:45:23 +0000

So how does one push the new larger insdie bearing into the disc?  I have a puller that worked quite well but how does one push the new bearings in and seal?  
 
> Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:53:04 -0700
> From: scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM
> Subject: Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> 
> I use a crowbar-like tool to pop off the bearing caps.
> 
> you can undo the caliper and leave it connected to the whole van.
> Hang it, or place it on something, like a tall block of wood, so the caliper
> is not hanging by the hose.
> No need to open the hydraulics.
> 
> then the disc and hub will come off the spindle.
> Should really change the brake fluid to the front brakes too as part of the
> job,
> but get your pads and discs handled first of course.
> 
> I always put 'disc brake quiet' o the backs of the brake pads too.
> make sure the pistons of the calipers are not stuck....they tend to do that
> on old calipers.
> 
> Scott
> www.turbovans.com
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jamie Fitterer" <fittdog8848@HOTMAIL.COM>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 10:55 AM
> Subject: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
> 
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> 
> 
> I am just starting to replace the front discs, pads and bearings. I am
> wondering what is the best way to get the hub cover off? I do not have the
> special VW tools listed within the bentley and was looking for some
> suggestions. Also, I am wondering if I will have to disconnect the caliper
> from the line to be able to remove the Brake Disc? It seems that there
> would not be enough room with that little metal line to the caliper. Anyone
> in Bozeman, MT able to swing by and help a beginner mechanic LOL.
> 
> 
> 
> 
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