mega4ce Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Hey All,Hoping for some input as to what I should do. I am doing a front brake job and see that it is recommended to replace the outer wheel bearings. I at the same time am going to replace my driver axle, as the cv boot had been torn for a while, and it will be easier than replacing the cv boot. My questions are 1) Should I also at this time replace the inner wheel bearings? 2) What is the reasoning behind replacing the outer bearings when doing the brake job? Some info on the vehicle: 2001.1 4WD Pathfinder. 95k mi. Warn Manual Hubs.Also recommendations for any of the parts would be appreciated. So far, I am thinking of EBC Green or Yellow stuff pads, Beck Arnley Bearings.Still not sure on rotors and axle. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamzan Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 If the bearings look good, there is no need to replace them. Just inspect, and repack them with fresh grease. Properly maintained roller bearings will go a LONG time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mega4ce Posted September 18, 2013 Author Share Posted September 18, 2013 Cool. Thanks for the advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick13 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Yeah, I think "they" recommend the outers because they take more stress (especially with spacers or rims with less backspacing) and they are a bit easier to get to (but not much in my opinion). If they look good, I agree a repack is probably all you really need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mega4ce Posted September 18, 2013 Author Share Posted September 18, 2013 I am on a stock setup so, I think I will just repack them if they check out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrkim_ Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 (edited) for the roters i recommend the Raybestos Rotors. I just replced them and works or feels better in braking. Also I just repacked my bearing and like the other people said, don't waste ur money when you don't need them. Inspect and if its good then just repack. However, I will recommend to change the bearing inner seal. Seen lots of case that the water got in through the seal cause they were old or worned down. It takes lots of force and use to break the bearings. High quality grease like Vavoline (I use this) will do. Edited September 30, 2013 by mrkim_ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96Pathfinder4x4 Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 If you haven't bought the hubs yet, Amazon has a good price on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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