[Proxy]

Hi there I'm Wondering if anyone in the Perth Area has a Front Wheel bearing Locknut tool or know anyone who does and are willing to lend it to me?

[Bruce]

Do what I have just done and be done with it.
viewtopic.php?f=15&t=15009

[Proxy]

I Saw that thread and I Unfortunately don't have $74 to spend I was hoping to find one I could lend and maybe offer a favour in return, I didn't expect much but you gotta try right?

[jdk81]

You can make one out of a piece of pipe, 4 small bolts, a bit of flat steel and a large nut.
You need a grinder and a welder.

$74 is a good investment though, and will save money in the long run than if you shonk it with a punch and hammer.

[shandy92]

Hey mate, i have one that you can borrow. I live NOR but work near the airport. When did u need it?

[Proxy]

Thanks Shandy, I'm not sure it will be when I can afford to do the job, I have a family member offering some financial help but I'm having a hard time figuring the cost, Do I need to dismantle my hubs to get to the bearing? Does that mean I need other gaskets and things grease maybe?

I know I atleast need a front and left bearing and tools but what else? I'm planning to do the job myself, I did swivel hub bearings seals and wheel bearings on myold Sierra but completely in the dark when it comes to Vitaras as this is my first one

[shandy92]

Have a read: http://www.auszookers.com/forum/viewtop ... 17&t=20818

Pretty easy, if you buy a decent bearing kit it will come with the two required seals. 1 bearing (Japanese bearings) and two seals was $66

[Proxy]

I Might delegate this job to when I'm in the workshop; I work up north from time to time doing odd jobs at a mechanics That way I'll have access to a shop press and Grease etc.
I'll buy the tool from BenT as well I'm pretty sure the horrid screeching is because it's come loose and allowing the brake discs to scrape on the pads when I'm not braking I can only think the sideways play is due to someone not doing it up right before so a proper tool is the go.

Thanks again for the Offer and I'll Definitely have the Laptop out using your Tech Guide when I go to do it, So thanks for that