Front wheel bearing replacement - Jaguar specialist job?

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Mar 22, 2014 | 07:44 AM

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pitifulpluto

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From: Orlando, Florida

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Originally Posted by RaceDiagnostics

I bought one too.

I'm also half thinking about buing a press, can anyone say what TON value would be needed to cope with wheel bearing and ball joint changes?

You will need a minimum of 3 tons to properly seat the bearing, as per the service manual.

In your shoes I would buy a 10 ton, you never know what else might need pressing and its nice to have one that will last when you're buying new.

Mar 22, 2014 | 07:49 AM

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pitifulpluto

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From: Orlando, Florida

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Originally Posted by XKRacer

You do need special tools (ABS ring/nut socket) which your average shop probably will not have and make sure when you get the bearings, get a kit, you will also need to replace the circlips, you also get a grease spreader (plastic ring) that goes between the hub and bearing, these all come in the kit and not with just the bearings.

Sorry to revive an old thread.

I was looking online and I can't seem to find a kit for the front wheel bearings that includes this plastic ring you are talking about. They all come with just a bearing, however the rear kits with seals are easy to find.

If it's not too much of a bother would you mind elaborating?
If I have to I will order overseas to get the correct wheel bearing kit.

I would hate to reassemble with just a new bearing and then have to tear it all down again haha

Mar 23, 2014 | 11:03 PM

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scardini1

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Wheel Bearing Tools in SOMD

Not too sure about the plastic ring you mention, unless its some kind of grease spitter I've seen in some diagrams.

I am collecting all the components and tools I'll need to make the change myself in about a week. Afterwards I'm hoping to try and recoup some of the expense by either renting or selling the items outright. So anyone in Southern Maryland who's interested - let me know.

Wish me luck!

Sep 12, 2014 | 02:59 PM

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willtoliv

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From: Las Vegas

Brake rotor tool loan?

Does anyone in the US have the brake rotor tool they would be willing to loan out? I would pay shipping and maybe a small charge. I live in Las Vegas.

Thanks
Will