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Question:

how hard is it to change front end bearings?

on a 1993 dodge dakota how hard is it to change the front end wheel bearings? how long does it take? i am not mechanically inclined. just tryin to save some money by doing it myself.

Answer:

Very simple...On 4x4 models this is not just bearings...It is sold as a hub and bearing assembly,just get the correct torque specs from the dealer,when putting on the new nut...The new nut is sold only at the dealership,they are $14 each,DO NOT REUSE THE OLD ONES---VERY DANGEROUS. Remove tire and brake caliper hold down bracket. Remove old nut from hub. pull off old hub replaced hub with new replace old nut with new torque to dealer secs. replace caliper hold down bracket replace rim DONE!! 4x2 models are easier then this,they are just a inner and outer bearing...Make sure to replaced the bearing race also. Same steeps as above accept with a inner and outer bearing.

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