It sure feels like I love to create more work for myself and spend more money than I have to. Here I am tearing apart my rear axle to find any damage and replace any worn parts I find. I’m sure the axle would have worked fine the way it was but I decided to make it like new and clean up all the rust. Here’s a shot of the special 4 Lug Spindle Nut needed to remove the hub. I picked it up at SummitRacing
4 Lug Spindle Wrench from Summit Racing
After removing the spindle nut the bearings were a bit difficult to get out. I ended up using a paperclip with a small hook on the end to pull them out. Removal Hint: The left side Hub has reverse threads.
Sterling 10.5 hub bearings
I should have read the instructions first. I tried the BFH with no luck. The Puller made quick easy work of the job.
Ford F350 SD Hub Removal
And here’s the final product, a spindle and some rust. I found some worn seals and a little water in the hub.
Ford F350 SD Spindle 1999 - 2004
Here’s a nice write-up on putting the Rear Hub back together again.
Parts needed: Rear wheel seals are 2C3Z-1177-AB. The o ring which goes on the axle end is E5TZ-4A331-A
I found my parts at http://store.crownmotorsredding.com
