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Post by Witchdoctor on May 4, 2006 22:33:14 GMT 11
Has any one changed the front wheel bearings, if so is it a difficult job.
Also what is the part number for the bearings for the 3.1?
Thanks for the help.
Dave
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Post by James W on May 5, 2006 7:20:19 GMT 11
www.clubisuzu.com --> Workshop --> Repairs --> Wheel Bearings. Whats wrong with the ones you have got? They are adjustable Part numbers for the 3.1 I can't confirm as I have a 2.8. Do replace the oil seal at the same time. Any problems just ask..... I done a few of these in my time.
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Post by geeves on May 5, 2006 16:03:31 GMT 11
They are the same right through th whole isuzu 4wd range. The oil seal should be in the kit unless you are rich enough to buy genuine. If water killed your bearings it could be worth checking the seal at the back of the hub assembly as well. This is genuine only
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Post by Harry on May 9, 2006 20:01:58 GMT 11
I need to replace one of the front inner wheel bearings on my mud truck.[Stuffed seal + water = rusty bearing].Rang Ripco.No individual bearings but kit for $190 odd.Rang Waikato bearings.Inner bearing $40 +gst and seal for $7 +gst.And she knew it was for an Isuzu before I told her.Must be a common problem.So Ripco can go and get......!
Incidently the inner bearing no is 32009xa.The seal is 59 x 75 x 10 mm.
Harry.
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Post by geeves on May 9, 2006 20:44:59 GMT 11
Just had to do mine for a wof Was to late for the bearing shops so rang Super Cheap. $69 for the kit. I dont understand bearing prices. When I did the other side I rang 6 places 3 were around 180 3 were around 80 Holden was (I hope your sitting down) Inner bearing 87 outer bearing 122 seal 64. I doubt they sell very many.
Has anyone thought about useing the stainless steel versions of these bearings
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Post by mudgrip4 on May 9, 2006 20:59:09 GMT 11
Had similar experience in Chch. $100s of dollars for kit from Isuzu dealer, and $76 for full kit (inner and outer bearing and seal) from Saeco. Club price. Important points with waterproofing are to use VERY good waterproof grease e.g. Proma's MBL (rover club swears by it) in your bearings, and use a proper gasket sealant to completely seal between the joining faces of your manual hubs e.g. the Loctite product for this purpose, or Dynotex? if you don't want to spend much. Alot of guys don't use top grease, and don't seal hubs properly and that is where alot of moisture gets in.
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Post by James W on May 10, 2006 9:30:32 GMT 11
Yeah, prices vary greatly, I can remember my first set was around $180.... I got a two sets last week for $35/set from a mechanic friend with a trade account (minus seal)..... Does that make you all weep? ;D By the way does anyone have a seal part number? My last sample is attached to my truck.... thought I had a spare.  |
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Post by mulover on May 10, 2006 19:17:36 GMT 11
58x75x8mm sound about right?? i used to use 60x75x8 but the last kit i brought had a 58 in it and it fitts better than the 60 so thats what i use now.
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Post by James W on May 11, 2006 6:56:36 GMT 11
Thanks for that :-)
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Post by Harry on May 11, 2006 11:12:39 GMT 11
You may find 58 75 8 a bit tight on the seal face.Actual dia is 59 mm.Mine all measures out at 59 75 10.
Harry.
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Post by James W on May 11, 2006 13:53:06 GMT 11
Bugger, I just bought some 58x75x8. but maybe I want it a bit tight as water got in (again)
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Post by Harry on May 11, 2006 18:44:08 GMT 11
Keep an eye on them and put plenty of grease on the seal lips.They'll cook if they're overly tight.
Harry.
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Post by James W on May 12, 2006 7:12:08 GMT 11
I'm not sure how I can keep an eye on them Harry, it's all buried deep. :-) Thanks for the sizes anyway. I did the bearing last night and measured the mating surface for the seal at 59.0mm. I assume a 59mm seal won't measure 59mm but rather is designed to compress slightly and seal at 59mm diameter?
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Post by Harry on May 12, 2006 14:39:29 GMT 11
Yes, thats correct.Maybe an ear on them would be easier.Once the water or runny mud gets in they go downhill real quick.
Harry.
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Post by mulover on May 16, 2006 18:33:34 GMT 11
Pass then, but i use those size seals on my truck and i have had no problems and the water seems to stay out for longer,
Sorry if the seals you brought are no use to you james, but they are what i use.
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Post by James W on May 16, 2006 18:38:04 GMT 11
"Sorry if the seals you brought are no use to you james"
No problem mate, I'm sure it will be better than the stuffed one I took out, and I want it a little tighter.
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