Front Wheel Bearing Replacement (3rd Gen Toyota 4runner & 1st Gen Toyota Tacoma)

[@TimmyTheToolman]

*If you're looking for other tools not used in this video, check out Timmy's Master Tool List.* www.amazon.com/shop/timmythetoolman?isPublicView=true *6 Ton Jack Stands* - (used to support vehicle while performing this job) amzn.to/2MM91w6 *Heavy Duty Rubber Wheel Chocks* - (used to chock rear tires as a safety measure) amzn.to/2mttRWp *Mayhew 5 Piece Prybar Set* - (used ones from this kit during this job) amzn.to/2Ob8THw *Dewalt 1/2" Drive Impact Gun* - (used to remove lug nuts and other fasteners during this job) amzn.to/2M2Y9J1 *Dewalt 3/8" Impact Gun* amzn.to/2uqWnZy *Dewalt Batteries* amzn.to/2urcx59 *Dewalt Battery Charger* amzn.to/2Ud8RlY *Milwaukee M12 3/8” Cordless Extended Reach Ratchet* - (great cordless ratchet with plenty of power) amzn.to/3kOsUS6 *Milwaukee M12 Batteries (2 Pack)* amzn.to/2uoQlZs *Milwaukee M12 High Capacity Battery* amzn.to/2HEFTpu *Milwaukee M12 Battery Charger* amzn.to/2uo2o9x *1/4" and 3/8" Flex Head Ratchet Set* - (used the 3/8" ratchet. These are very handy ratchets to own) amzn.to/2ql8nNA *1/2" Drive Flex Head Gear Wrench Ratchet* - (used for some of the larger fasteners for this job) amzn.to/2Wnbq2r *3/8” Drive Regular Extension Set* amzn.to/2OehCao *1/2" Drive Wobble Impact Extension Set* amzn.to/2VYERJj *3/8" Drive 6 Point Metric Standard Socket Set* amzn.to/32WIh0M *3/8" Drive 6 Point Metric Deep Socket Set* amzn.to/37iQjVt *1/2” Drive 6 Point Deep Metric Socket Set* amzn.to/330QjGh *1/2” Drive 6 Point Standard Metric Socket Set* amzn.to/35dKQwW *1/2" Drive Deep Metric Impact Socket Set* amzn.to/2WfSTGD *1/2" Drive Shallow Impact Socket Set* amzn.to/2pCrdPQ *3/8" Drive Deep Impact Socket Set* amzn.to/2ZWjY6C *3/8” Drive Shallow Impact Socket Set* amzn.to/2KnoYaq *Straight Needle Nose Pliers* - (used to remove and install cotter pins) amzn.to/2pQ6yIa *Knipex Large Diagonal Cutters* - (used to assist removing cotter pins) amzn.to/300BRRE *90 Degree Internal Retaining Ring Pliers* - (used to remove wheel bearing snap ring) amzn.to/3op46BX *1/2" Drive Breaker Bar - 24” Long* - (used for extra leverage to remove fasteners) amzn.to/343Vcix *Brake Caliper Hanger Hooks* - (used to hang brake caliper) amzn.to/31JGsUA *Rotary Hammer Chisel Set* - (used one of the small ones from this kit to help remove CV axle nut dust cover) amzn.to/2OmiMCe *Chisel & Punch Set* - (used a couple chisels from this kit to help remove CV axle dust cover) amzn.to/37Fwdor *Large Metric Impact Socket Set (29mm-38mm)* - (used 35mm socket from this kit to remove CV axle nut) amzn.to/2qdhWhG *OTC 6295 Front End Service Kit* - (all the pullers used during this job came from this kit. A very handy kit to own.) amzn.to/2LuisQc *OTC 4579 Slide Hammer Pullet Set* - (used to remove seals off of steering knuckle) amzn.to/301Cg6D *Ball Pein Hammer* amzn.to/2W5eHV5 *Plastic Mallet* amzn.to/2CCOqVP *Tekton Extra Long Flex-Head Ratcheting Box End Wrench Set* - (used to turn puller spindle when breaking free upper balljoint from upper control arm) amzn.to/37xSDaV *Long Set of Ratcheting Box End Wrenches* - (used to remove and tighten brake dust shield bolts) amzn.to/2oOhndL In regards to the *Press Plates* I used for this job, the 2 wide black plates came with the 20 ton Harbor Freight Press. The 2 skinnier black plates I bought at a fabrication shop. I just had them cut two pieces of steel to the dimensions I wanted. The 2 gold plates came as part of an 8 piece kit I bought off Amazon made by Sunex. It's not exactly a super affordable option but there is a more affordable 6 piece kit offered by Sunex that included 2 press plates. Here's a link: amzn.to/2tb83il *Harbor Freight 20 Ton Press* - (this is a great press that you'll lots of use from) www.harborfreight.com/20-ton-h-frame-industrial-heavy-duty-floor-shop-press-60603.html *Wood 4 x 6 sections* - get a 4 x 6 at any hardware store and cut off the sections you need *Press Sleeve Kit* - (very handy for all kinds of pressing applications) amzn.to/3MRkjxx *Mini Grease Gun* - (nice little gun for greasing applications) amzn.to/2KKDXf2 *Red Devil All Purpose Grease* - (used in mini grease gun) amzn.to/2O9DXY3 * Red Line CV-2 Grease* - (Good high temperature grease for applications like wheel bearings. Used to lubricate parts for insertion into the knuckle) amzn.to/37PQzvm *Yost Bench Vice* - (vice I have on my bench. Yost makes nice vices.) amzn.to/2ofa4LD *Yost 6 Aluminum Vice Jaw Caps* - (jaws that won't mar the surface of the steel you are clamping in the vice.) amzn.to/2PopCrd *Brass Drift Set* - (used to drive outer seal in place on the knuckle) amzn.to/2BrXfki *CDI 1/2" Drive 30-250 Foot Pound Torque Wrench* - (used to torque some of the larger fasteners and lug nuts) amzn.to/2UPhyjK *CDI 3/8" Drive 10-100 Foot Pound Torque Wrench* - (used to torque some of the fasteners) amzn.to/2U2vUA4 *Cotter Pin Set* amzn.to/2OoD38K **As Amazon Associates, we earn from qualifying purchases.

[@SDsailor7]

Does this video apply to the 2000 Toyota Tacoma prerunner? Thank you

[@SDsailor7]

Excellent video very informative and interesting.👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@SDsailor7 Thanks for the compliment.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@SDsailor7 Since your Prerunner is 2wd, it is a different process. Your bearing/steering knuckle set-up is like a Tacoma with manual locking hubs. Since you don't have a CV axle running through the hub and an axle nut to preload the bearing, you have a lock ring on the back side of the bearing to provide the preload. Check out our manual hub swap video and you'll understand how to do it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iouVpIKci9ehnrc

[@SDsailor7]

@@TimmyTheToolman Ok thank you👍

[@Quinlanhuff]

Why is it that every time my 4Runner breaks, you just so happen to put out a video on how to fix the part that broke? 😂😂 appreciate the videos man! They are a lifesaver!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I guess we are just inline with your every automotive need. Good luck with the job.

[@liamsaunders535]

Hey Tim, just wanted to say thanks for having us on the show. I learned a ton, and i really appreciate your guidance and support.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

My pleasure Liam,. Great to hear you learned a lot and I hope you stick with it and keep learning about auto mechanics. It's a great skill to have. Hopefully we can all wrench together again. You're very welcome and Happy Wrenching!

[@tonyrowe1455]

Haha good job kid! We all had to start some kinda way

[@SVSky]

Keep at it! Take on more projects and learn as much as you can.

[@jamesmahle1259]

Wish they had teachers like this guy and videos such as this one when I started out; in a word, a blessing.

[@pitchforkpeasant6219]

Great to see the younger generation learning and someone willing to teach. Not as common as it should be👍👍

[@flying4thrills]

Tim, your videos have been a life saver for me! Just did this job a couple of weeks ago and glad I did. My ‘97 with 368,000 miles had a torn boot on the left lower ball joint and the bearing was getting dry. I’m still impressed with the durability of these trucks. I was able to use my 12 ton Harbor Freight press for the right side but had to take the left to a machine shop to have the hub pressed out. I was able to do the remainder. Your video was enough to inspire the confidence to tackle the job. Thanks also for sharing your knowledge with young people! I’m a real believer that folks should be able to repair their rides! Cheers!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That’s awesome frank! Thanks for taking the time to share your success with us, it’s comments like these that give us the fuel we need to keep going and making more videos to help you Toyota guys out! We hope more of our videos help you out with your rig in the future!

[@thealecthe]

Same thing happened to me ! Right side hub would not budge from the knuckle. Tried everything, luckily i found a machine shop and they were able to get it free. Then after they tried to upsell me a new knuckle, saying mine was out of round cause I ran a worn bearing for too long (my bearings were fine, I was just in middle of front suspension refresh after becoming lbj statistic). Needless to say attempting this job is signing up for a whole experience. Shout out Tim, who served as pillar of reference while I went to war with my machine.

[@derekzimmerman988]

I also DYI all my vehicle repairs. Been doing it all my life and I have to say everytime I have to do a repair I watch videos to save myself some time and grief figuring out the sequence for disassembly, replace parts and then re assembly. Everytime I have to do a repair on my 99 tacoma 2.7L 4x4 standard cab Pickup truck I'm always happy when you have the video I'm looking for. I'm going thru the front end of my tacom with 242,000 miles and I'm gonna do my front hub bearings along with all the UCA bushings, LCA Bushings,all the ball joints and tie rod ends and the Rack bushings kit. I love my little Taco! Thanks for making all these videos! I know myself and Thousands of other here on youtube appreciate you taking the time to make em. Thanks again!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@derekzimmerman988 You're welcome. Good luck with all the work.

[@swimbikerun141]

You saved my life!! I was thinking toyota is easy car to work with but not front bearing job for Tacoma!! Thanks Tim!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome!

[@retrowonder1097]

Dude you are a Godsend for the owners of these 3rd gens. I watch your videos for almost everything I fix on my 1999. Mainly because it's always done right. Thanks for the channel. Original owner 1999 Limited with 142000 miles. However I am always fighting the rust due to the salt used on PA roads.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Ken, great to know our videos are helping you out. Thanks for the kind words. We appreciate it.

[@Bigshoots86]

Noxudal 300s is what Toyota uses for undercoating vehicles in cold salty environments

[@scottsaunders4242]

Timmy and Sean, thanks again for including Liam in this job! He gained a ton of valuable experience with your step-by-step guidance. He'll remember this forever, and these problem-solving skills will follow him wherever he goes. Very proud of this young man, and his 4Runner is driving much better now!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It was our pleasure Scott. Maybe we can collaborate on more jobs in the future.

[@risingwarrior9937]

One of my favorite Toyota Time How To's. Please do more of these type of videos.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Robert, we're glad you like the video. What specifically did you like about it?

[@oswaldogil8387]

Hi Timmy. Firstable I want to say THANK YOU! You are a great mechanic and awesome teacher. God bless you, stay healthy and keep it up because we need you!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks! I appreciate your kind words. It's people like you that help keep.us motivated to keep making videos. Happy Wrenching Brother!

[@larryleblanc1551]

I really enjoy your instruction. Clear voice, Good illustration. Thank you so much. You are sharp!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the compliment Larry. You're very welcome!

[@seydzhchernopiski3122]

Russian Comrade here: Liam has a lot to learn, this was quite comical to watch, but we all were like that once. Glad this guide is now in one place one video. Thanks Tim and Sean for your efforts.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey my Russian Comrade, yeah, Liam has a bit to learn, but just like anyone, he will get better as time goes on if he sticks with it. Hope you and your Bro are doing well. Maybe we can all go wheeling one day.

[@rickpohl6935]

Good job kid everyone starts somewhere,and never stop learning. Even the best sometimes need guidance. Every person watching these videos is here for thst very reason.thanks timmy

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yeah, Liam did good and he's still wrenching and learning with his dad which is great. He's getting started at a good age. Thanks for the comment Rick. Happy Wrenching!

[@tywheeler7131]

Tim, I love these videos. The fact that you’re passing on knowledge to future generations is awesome! You rock brother! 4 runner is getting close to 400k, and I love working on my rig :)

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Ty, we're happy to hear you like what we do. Yes, the goal is to pass on knowledge and hope it continues to be passed on to others. Thanks for the comment. We appreciate it!

[@gzhang207]

Tim is an excellent teacher following all the textbook guidelines. This job was made easier with all the proper tools with his guidance: mistakes with bearings would be costly to correct. I replaced wheel bearings on a Camry without a press nor a vice, so I speak from my own experiences. Btw: my job spread over two days.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good job getting the job done Gary and thanks for the nice compliment. Yep, mistakes like not properly supporting the inner race of the bearing when driving in the hub could be costly if you damaged the bearings doing it. Sometimes you don't notice it right away but the damage was done and then your wheel bearings fail somewhere too soon down the road.

[@gzhang207]

@@TimmyTheToolman Two mistakes you highlighted have been made by mechanics even in their KZbin videos: inserting the bearing with the wrong side and forgetting the dust shield. Wheel bearing and timing belt replacement are perhaps the two most difficult (and also expensive) jobs. Your confidence and skills also stood out in all your videos without cursing that is often used to aid mechanics in lie of prayers.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@gzhang207 Thanks Gary. But, I'd be lying if I said I don't curse. I curse plenty when I get frustrated while we're wrenching but we don't usually include swear words in our videos. Sometimes a swear word or two lets people in on the fact that we were seriously struggling to give the audience a realistic idea of how hard some things are. The goal of our videos though is to give the best information possible and quite often that is sharing things we tried that didn't work or highlighting mistakes we made so others hopefully can learn from it and not repeat them.

[@theschuntz]

Tim! I changed the wheel bearing last week on my 2004 Tacoma 4x4. After watching your video about 5 times and a few others I decided it was doable for a DYI person like myself. Had my PC on my work bench following every single step. Picked up a used 12-ton press on Offer Up for $60. It made the work so much easier rather than taking it to a shop risking it not having it done right. I really appreciate all the details you talk about and then the write up with parts and tools you recommend. Watching your videos got me into the Milwaukee ecosystem. I’ve done a few jobs using your videos & purchased similar tools you recommend. You are my wing-man mechanic when I work on my rig. Is PayPal the only way to buy you a beer or do you have a different method? THANKS AGAIN!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Awesome to hear our video helped you replace your wheel bearing. Great job making the investment in tools so you could do the job yourself. Shops screw this job up a lot. You were definitely better off doing it yourself. PayPal is the best way. You could try to Venmo me also. venmo.com/u/TimmytheToolman. Thanks!

[@jordanziegenbein4479]

Tim, awesome work on this wheeling bearing video. I had so much fun watching it I almost want to R&R my wheel bearings again. Your procedure, explanation, and camera shots are way improved over the first time we did wheel bearings together for the manual hub swap (early 2017). So cool to see a young wrencher doing a great job with a little guidance!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Jordan. That means a lot coming from you. I miss our wrenching and filming days togethers. We made lots of great videos.

[@4iviv312]

Thank you guys so much for posting these videos. Without this one and the JBA UCA video I could not have gotten through my last project.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome. We're happy to know our videos are helping you out. Happy Wrenching!

[@mattregan9134]

Tim: Great videos! You're an outstanding teacher. Not only do you explain what you're doing, but you also explain why you're doing it a certain way and not another way. And you mention things that you've tried in the past that didn't work. All of this context is super helpful, and is usually left out of other You Tube "instructional" videos. For instance, when you explained that the new bearings come out of the box with that split inner race and that people think they've received a faulty bearing was really helpful. I didn't know what you were talking about until I received my new bearings and said "Ahh! That's what he was talking about!" Keep up the great work. Subscribed.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Matt, I appreciate the nice compliment. It means a lot to us when we hear people like our way of making DIY videos. We will of course keep on making videos and thanks for subscribing to our channel. Happy Wrenching Matt!

[@Mike_44]

I remember doing this on my ‘01 Forester a couple years ago, quite the experience. Looks like I’ll have to do the same for my 4Runner. Thankfully Tim has a video for everything on these cars. Awesome job as always Tim!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Mike. Good luck with the job when you get around to doing it.

[@Mike_44]

@@TimmyTheToolmanIt was fun watching this whole video Tim. You really taught that kid good. Really appreciate how thoroughly you explained everything. It’s really needed on a job this long with so many important steps. Great job! 💪🏻👍🏻

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@Mike Thanks Mike. It was a fun day teaching Liam and letting him do a lot of the work. Him and his dad Scott are still turning wrenches together which is very cool.

[@Mike_44]

@@TimmyTheToolman This is what being brought up old school was like brother. We have to teach the new generation to fend, survive and not be useless, conceited like most of them are out there.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@Mike I agree Mike. I think parenting has gone downhill over the generations. I think it stems a lot from people spoiling and enabling their kids which does the kids no benefit. I learned to be responsible at an early age. I started delivering papers at age 11 and making my own money. This helped form me into a responsible and hard working adult. These days, some kids never get a job while they're in their teens. They get out of high school, go right to college that mommy and daddy are paying for, graduate and then try to get into the workforce with very little life experience. It sets them up for failure. I think Scott is bringing up Liam well. He seems like a great kid. It's very cool to see a father and son sharing an interest in auto mechanics. Men are acting less and less like men, if you get what I mean. When I was in high school, all my friends knew something about auto mechanics. Nowadays, kids are being brought up totally clueless how to fix things using basic troubleshooting skills. It's becoming a lost art. Anyway, thanks for the conversation. Happy Wrenching!

[@griffsconce8789]

I always appreciate your videos! Thanks Tim 🤙

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Griff and you're very welcome!

[@ronaldclark1178]

If you own a Toyota 4x4 and put it in the mud regularly, this is a yearly or every two year job. I have a 97 Tacoma that has multiple wheel bearings, but with the right tires it will go almost anywhere. Great job Liam!!!!!!!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yep, Liam did great.

[@mylesswann530]

I literally have my sisters 98 apart in my garage trying to find a place to get bearings pressed after I replaced the whole front end, CVs, lower and upper balls, outer ties, 5100s with new coils. Dealership wants 1600 parts and labor even though I have the spindles off. I'm going to just bite the bullet I need a press anyways, so glad I found this video, Thanks Tim!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Myles, I think Harbor Freight has their 20 ton press for sale right now. I saw somebody mention this on a Toyota forum and you can pick it up for $160. That press has been super handy to me and has never let me down. Dealership service departments for the most part are a serious ripoff. Do it yourself, save money, add helpful tools to your tool arsenal, and gain knowledge you can share with others. It's a win on many levels. We link all the tools we used in a pinned comment (first comment you see), so you can buy some of the same tools we used if you'd like. Good luck with the job.

[@mylesswann530]

@@TimmyTheToolman It's definitely on sale, every store in an 80mi radius of my local store is sold out. Can't wait to get this job underway for a fraction of the cost with the same OE parts.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@mylesswann530 Gotcha. Well, good luck with it when you get all the tools you need together.

[@mylesswann530]

@@TimmyTheToolman Got everything buttoned up and put back together, But I missed the dust shields when I was pressing, Thanks again Tim!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@mylesswann530 Oh man, you missed my warning in the video to not forget to get the dust shield on before pressing in the hub. I guess you were just so focused on the big moment of getting the hub pressed in you forgot. You could cut the dust shield and put it on in two halves. That would work, two bolt per half.

[@projectwrongway9127]

Always nice to see a video where some one knows what their doing.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We appreciate the compliment. Thanks!

[@edwardarango7287]

Nice!!! I love that you're teaching the kid some essential skills. 👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Edward! I appreciate your comment. It's important to pass on these skills to the next generation.

[@Terry-ww9tr]

Just did this last weekend. Had to watch parts of several of your videos 🤪

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Terry, that's why we made this video instead of having people use more than one video to accomplish this job. Now instead of directing people to a couple videos, I can just tell them to use this one.

[@markrohyans4846]

I did it! I watched your video many times, purchase the Harbor Freight press (20Ton) and steel plates from IMS metal here in San Diego. I’m having it aligned now. Thank you very much for your step by step guidance, complete with torque specifications. Mark 02 Tacoma,4/4,3.4ltr. I forgot to mention I used my press to press in and remove it move upper ball joints. And I replace lower ball joints during this time. That’s why I had to get it aligned.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Great job Mark! It's nice to hear that by following our video tutorial, you were successful with replacing your wheel bearings. A front end alignment isn't necessary after a job like this, so I'm hoping you were doing it for another reason. You're very welcome and Happy Wrenching!

[@justinself5784]

Hey, just wanted to say thanks for your video. Very thorough and helped me tremendously with first time at a wheel bearing swap.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome Justin. We're glad our video helped you out.

[@codyscott1161]

I successfully replaced my bearings today. Getting them out was alot harder than pressing them in. I used a 12 ton strongway press. I'd say it took around 11.5 tons of pressure to press hub out and about 7 tons to press bearing out, 4.5 tons to press new greased bearing in, and 3.5 tons to press new greased hub in. Thanks Tim!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good job getting it done Cody. When people ask me if a 12 ton press is enough for this job, I usually tell them I don't know and recommend they get the 20 ton press. It does take a massive amount of force to drive that hub out of the bearing but good to hear the 12 ton was able to do it. You're very welcome. Glad our video helped you out.

[@codyscott1161]

Your video made it SO much easier. Watched it a good many times before attempting. A 12 ton will do it, BARELY. I saw if it'll press the hub out at the beginning, it'll definitely do the rest of the job.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@codyscott1161 Cool, glad our video helped you out. That was a fun day teaching the kid some stuff about turning wrenches.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Your collection of bikes got massive in the garage timmy nicee

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It's been reduced. I sold off a bunch of bikes to make room in my garage. I got rid of 5 so far and I'll probably sell some more.

[@leestewart8923]

Excellent training video and teaching a young man how to properly repair equipment.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Lee. It's important to teach the next generations auto mechanics so it doesn't become a lost art.

[@j1mbOZ31]

Huge thank you! I just completed this job yesterday with your help!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@j1mbOZ31 Sicmods dude! Glad you got it done on your own with our video!! Thanks for stoping by the comments section to share your success! - Sean

[@carlossantiago9318]

Nice Job as always, precise and detailed information. One bit of advice, when pressing hub into the bearing you can use the drum to support the hub.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Are you talking about using the rotor or actually pulling one of the rear drums off? I suppose either could work but I probably wouldn't do either because I wouldn't want to take a chance of tweaking the rotor or cracking the drum from the pressure applied.

[@terrylaskiwski2349]

So glad I held out for this video! Great job guys! Now I can get to changing out my front wheel bearings :) Thanks again, you guys made it look easy as always :)

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Terry, good luck with the job. Hope it goes smooth for you.

[@parktheo]

I can't tell you how valuable these video are to those of us trying to get the most out of older Toyota trucks! I have already done a bunch of work on our company trucks. Have you ever installed front wheel bearings on a 2WD 1st gen Tundra? My company owns three of them and they all need to be done. Looking for a good video.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We haven't done this job on a 2wd but the job would be similar to what you'd see on a rig with manual hubs. Instead of having the CV axle nut that preloads the bearing, there's a lock nut that screws onto the shaft of the hub that is tightened to a high torque value that preloads the bearing. Check out these two videos for information on how to perform the press work: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iouVpIKci9ehnrc kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4XTgIygZdiIpqM

[@todddeorio6282]

Thanks Timmy , I was actually going to be doing this tomorrow . Keep up the great work , we all appreciate you...🍺

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome Todd and good luck with the job. Hope it goes smooth for you. Thanks and Happy Wrenching!

[@ZoeyTaylor1994]

This video was extremely detailed and very helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make it.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We're glad you found our video helpful. You're very welcome and thanks for taking the time to comment. Happy Wrenching 😊

[@larryleblanc1551]

Just completed this. Thanks to you my man!!!!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Great job Larry. Thanks for sharing your success with us.

[@KmmBev]

Currently working on this repair on our 01 Tacoma-upper ball joint won't break free(YET) (courtesy of the rust belt) the OTC puller's tong's were not quite long enough to get a good bite. We've got the PB blaster and Bernzomatic on call- hoping a good smash in the morning will help break it free...send us some west coast break free vibes❤ You should do a rust belt repair tour 😂 thanks for your videos Timmy❤

[@sreyes1103]

great video as always, question though, I am trying to find a pipe or something to push the 3 and 3 quarters outter race after i get the snap ring out. What did you use and where do you suggest i get it? thanks in advance!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We used a press sleeve from our press sleeve kit to push the bearing in to detention the snap ring. We link the kit in the video description.

[@larrywineman403]

Dang, it would be so awesome to have friends that are mechanics willing to teach you how to do stuff like this. Way to be that person for Liam, Timmy! But also, thank God for youtube and your channel! Keep up the great videos!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the kind words Larry. It was a great experience teaching Liam a little about auto mechanics. He's still turning wrenches with his dad which is awesome to hear. I wish I could have did this with my dad. My dad was a big fisherman so we did a lot of that together. We will keep on keeping on cranking out videos. Happy Wrenching!

[@Toyotajunkie]

Just a suggestion, and it might have been said already, but I replaced my rack bushings with high quality replacements. It took the extra slop out that I was experiencing. You probably already know this but I figured I would say just in case. Thanks for your time and effort on the great videos!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Jonathan, Yes, we made a video about replacing the steering rack bushings many moons ago. It was one of our early videos we did around 5 years ago. Thanks for the comment.

[@Toyotajunkie]

@@TimmyTheToolman Awesome! I'll be honest, I just found your channel, so I am very slowly making it through the previous videos. Thanks again for your time and effort!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Toyotajunkie Well, you finally found us and that's the important thing. You'll find we have a plethora of videos that will help you out with your rig. Good luck and Happy Wrenching!

[@hommeldavid]

Did the hubs on my third gen about two months ago. Really wish I would have waited for this video to come out first.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey David, sometimes the timing is right and sometimes it's not. Oh well.

[@citizen_or_civilian]

Thanks for this video. Because of this, I now know that I'm going to take my truck to the shop when this issue arises. lol

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Ah man. Get yourself a press and associated tools and getter dun. The money you save doing the job yourself will pay for the tools. A press comes in very handy.

[@citizen_or_civilian]

@@TimmyTheToolman I would love to, but... Being an engineering student, time is a finite resource that I don't have much of. :/

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@citizen_or_civilian Gotcha.

[@xfactorfishing7208]

Thank y’all so much for this video. I really like how you thoroughly explain each step! I was able to change out my own wheel bearing with the help from this video and saved myself a ton of money! Thank you so much!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome. We're glad you found our video helpful and good job getting it done yourself. Happy Wrenching!

[@WeekendWrenchTurner]

Dang it!! Lol, literally editing a version of this job myself 👍👍👍 Good stuff man 🍺🍺 To be sure, I give you both credit for the knowledge I got to do this with Jordan's manual swap.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Ha Ha, we beat you too it. I'm glad we finally did it instead of having to direct people to our manual hub swap videos.

[@WeekendWrenchTurner]

@@TimmyTheToolman lol!! To be honest, I pressed my hub in before putting the backing plate back on and the abs tone ring in backwards so had to reshoot a bunch, 😆

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@WeekendWrenchTurner These things happen. Hopefully the bearing didn't get damaged from pressing the hub back out because there's no way to protect the bearing as the hub is coming out. But, since it was just installed, the hub would come out without much force.

[@WeekendWrenchTurner]

@@TimmyTheToolman I didn't want to risk it and dropped the extra money to get a new bearing. Was able to save the snap ring and seal fortunately. Also, good on you for giving the younger generation a go on this. That is awesome 🤘🤘🤘

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@WeekendWrenchTurner Smart move replacing the bearing. I would have done the same thing. Yeah, when Scott contacted me and said it was his son Liam's rig, I offered to let Liam do some of the wrenching. I think he learned quite a bit because I can tell he was pretty green working with tools. We covered a lot of basics like body positioning and mechanical advantage during the job. Hopefully he sticks with it.

[@stewpeas87]

Well done Tim! You explain the process step by step very good and we got the view of what you are doing. Excellent

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the compliment. We appreciate it!

[@Lrndthehardway]

Idk if you've found this by now but, your old race will also work on inside diameter of front of hub when pressing the hub back in, to keep pressure off the studs. Knock it gently with a hammer to get it loose when finished. I found it will press in a little when you start pressing, but I stop and readjust the parts before pressing hub.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Lrndthehardway Good to know.

[@dc5723]

Awesome job Liam, whoo hoo! Thanks for a great video Timmy!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yep, Liam did well. Thanks and you're very welcome.

[@solosoundlapaz]

Great work Timmy, thank you on behalf of all the 4runner fans. Just to comment that there is no video anywhere on the web where the process to change the motor oil pan gasket in a 4X4 platform (5vfzfe). This could be an interesting international reference, for all of us toyota fans. Greetings from La Paz, BCS; Mexico.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks and you're very welcome. We're glad you like the video. We love our Mexican Brothers. Thanks for the comment.

[@tylerhood9846]

Never underestimate the power of the Black Diamond headlamp. My favorite one.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yeah, they are great. I couldn't imagine turning wrenches without a good headlamp. Where ever I look, I have light. No adjusting flashlights or other lights so I can see what I'm doing.

[@phatnguyen6834]

You are legendary of Toyota. Job well done Tim👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Phat! We appreciate you giving us the Legendary Status.

[@FleetTech97]

I can tell your a good mechanic because you actually remove the cover properly and not just bend it like every hack mechanic.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks. I appreciate that. I've worked on quite a few people's rig over the years running this channel with Sean and lots of those covers are mangled by impatient mechanics that don't give a shit. There's no excuse to damage that cover. It's just pure laziness or a case of not knowing what you're doing.

[@abandonbelief]

Great information in this video... Reassembly: Toyota uses a thread locking material on the 4 bolts that mount from under lower ball joint.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Loctite is never a bad idea, but for the most part, if fasteners are torqued properly, they're not going to come loose. Thanks for sharing this.

[@michaelcachon5199]

Thanks man, great video. What's a good rule of thumb for the life of front wheel bearings on these rigs? I have a 99 4runner 4x4 and an 03 tacoma pre-runner 2x4 with 228,000 and 215,000 miles respectively. No issues yet... fingers crossed. Thanks

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Michael, there's no rule of thumb really on how long they last. It can depend heavily on how the rig is used. If you go 4wheeling, run bigger tires and maybe wheel spacers, the wheel bearings won't last as long. I'm glad you liked the video. Hopefully, you'll never need this repair.

[@retrowonder1097]

I am always jealous when I see 3rd Gens like these with no rust on the undercarriage.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, we are spoiled in California weather wise. In other ways, we're not so lucky.

[@Nessal83]

Teaching the next generation. Awesome!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yep, its great to pass on experiencing and knowledge to another generation. I don't think there's that many kids like Liam these day though. They'll usually more into video games.

[@martymccarthy918]

2002 2Runner 280,000miles time for some front end suspension replacing... Thank you soo much for the very informative videos! time to order some parts and get dirty! Marty McCarthy Roanoke,TX

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome Marty. Hope all the work goes smooth for you. Happy Wrenching!

[@ScottMullen-wq1kg]

Hey Tim thanks for the video. I just did this job on my 01 tacoma. Put it all back together and took it on a test drive and it went out of alignment?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Your alignment should not be affected by anything you did for a wheel bearing replacement. Unless you adjusted the outer tie rods or messed the LCA cam adjusters, nothing with your alignment should change.

[@Art-cq1zy]

Is it recommended to replace the wheel hub when replacing the wheel bearings?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

No. The hub doesn't need to be replaced.

[@So_cal00]

Thanks for the instructional, made the job much easier

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome Chase. Glad our video helped you out.

[@sawyerbeals5105]

So I just recently did a 3 inch lift and new wheels and tires on my 2000 4Runner. I’ve got a small vibration up front that I thought the the cv needle bearing but that didn’t fix the issue completely. I am suspecting a front wheel bearing starting to go bad as I did go with a negative 12mm offset and the bearings have 288000 miles on them. I just noticed some abnormal wear on the inside tread of my drivers front tire with maybe 500 miles on them. I further suspected a worm wheel bearing but when I checked it there was no noticeable play. I did have an alignment done a few weeks ago. Should I replace the bearings or have the alignment rechecked?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Have you replaced the lower control arm bushings on your rig yet. If not, I suspect they are shot.

[@sawyerbeals5105]

@@TimmyTheToolman yes I did. Replaced with white line bushings when I did the lift

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@sawyerbeals5105 I would have the wheels re-balanced and I would also get the alignment checked again. The front end shimmy could also be from worn front differential bushings. We have a video for replacing them with Durobumps replacements.

[@sawyerbeals5105]

@@TimmyTheToolman I will look into that. For now I am going to rotate the tires and drive it for a little bit and see if another tire in that position starts doing it, because I did drive it for about a week and half before I got it aligned and the alignment was way off. So that wear May have happened before I got it aligned and maybe I just noticed it

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@sawyerbeals5105 Ok, hope you figure it out.

[@butuoyo]

Thank you for the instructions. Is this possible to press out and in a bearing and hub with a breaker bar?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

100% no. You’ll need a press. Even if you were strong enough and had the perfect breaker bar, you would likely damage something and you don’t want that.

[@thechuckster6838]

Excellent! Thanks for posting.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@thechuckster6838 You're very welcome!

[@bogreen2656]

Your the man very informative video’s me and my son getting it done thanks My friend.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome Bo. Great to hear you're turning wrenches with your son. You're a good dad!

[@Builtitlikelegos]

Fantastic video!! Takes me back to when I was turning wrenches.. got a basic question for you, how did the wheel speed sensors function with the greese on the teeth? Any errors or abs trouble codes? Thanks

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The ABS sensor worked fine with some grease on the ABS tone ring. I was a little sloppy with the application of the grease. It would be ideal to keep the grease off the teeth of the tone ring. Glad you like the video.

[@juvillace22]

Wow that's a lot of work, great teaching, thank you so much Timmy

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yep, it's a fair amount of work for sure. This is a video some shops should watch. So many people have reported botched jobs when they either paid a shop to do the whole job or just dropped off the knuckles for the required press work. Invest in a press and avoid the animals at the shops that don't know what they're doing. Thanks for the compliment and you're very welcome.

[@juvillace22]

@@TimmyTheToolman how can I support your channel, I find it very helpful,

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@juvillace22 We have a tip jar link on the bottom right corner of our homepage picture. Knowing you appreciate our videos is payment enough, but if you really want to donate to us, that's how you can do it. Thanks!

[@rthomas2157]

Time to do my driver side, front wheel bearing. Found that it has a little bit of play in it the other day. Curious Tim or anybody else? Have you used the hub grappler method? Watched another video where a guy used one of those tools seemed like a hell of a lot easier method than having to remove The knuckle and use a press to remove the bearing/hub. Any experience with this? Thanks.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Nope, I don't have those hub grabber tools. My guess is that set of tools is pricey.

[@TheAtak85]

Timmy, another awesome and helpful video! every time I need to work on my 4runner your page is my first stop! I have an 2001 2wd runner needing front bearing replacement. I cant seem to figure out if the 2wd needs inner and outer bearing seals. I've seen other vids for 2wd showing only 1 seal for the 2wd model. Any chance your familiar with the 2001 2wd runner front wheel bearing replacement ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The 2wd steering knuckles will be similar to the 1st Gen Tacomas that had manual hubs. The bearing preload is set with a lock nut rather than the CV axle nut. Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4XTgIygZdiIpqMsi=9HZmzdV7rGtys-1- and it will let you know how to do it. Because you don't have a CV axle, you won't have in inner seal for the knuckle. From what I remember, there's some sort of cover that keep water and other contaminants from intruding into the knuckle and contaminating the bearing.

[@TheAtak85]

thank you for the speedy response! the provided link along with your video helped me complete this repair. Many thanks Timmy, you rock!@@TimmyTheToolman

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@TheAtak85 You're welcome! Great to hear our video helped you out.

[@laker09champ72]

Hi Timmy! Amazing videos. Would it be a good idea to change out the hub when doing this procedure or would the current hub suffice?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks! No need to change out the hub. That would be a waste of money.

[@lancesal5743]

Great video! Question though does anyone know if the bearing has lettering facing in or out ? The one I received isn’t black on one’s side

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Not sure. It's my best guess that it really doesn't matter which position it's installed. I'm guessing you got aftermarket bearings.

[@arechj]

Excellent video! Thanks once again!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the compliment and you're very welcome.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Amazing informative video As Always Timmy

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks

[@richwyatt3080]

Would you recommend placing the bearings in the freezer overnight to allow ease of installation? I've used this method for ball joints.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That could work, we have always just pressed them in. But putting them in the freezer the night before should help a lot

[@joseacosta7612]

Thanks for the work and effort put into this!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Jose! Thanks a lot! We definitely put a lot of effort into all our videos. Thanks for the recognition and taking the time to comment. It’s comments like these and people reporting back on their success that keeps us going!

[@Evepc_Tucson]

My 2000 1st gen tacoma just gave up both left and right rear axle seals :( , I checked my breather (mod hose) and it was clear and clean. My truck only has 115k miles, what makes these seals/bearings give up ? temperature swings, age, highway driving ? I have had other trucks that had over 200k miles and with never a leak or bearing replacement. thoughts ? I suspect when you pull axles , as in my case, to do diff work (locker install) that might disturb the seals just enough to start the leaking, but I drove the rig for 5 months with the new diff without any leak, just all of a sudden started, on both sides. Strange ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Sort of strange both seals went at the same time, but one factor you didn't consider is AGE. Even though those seals only have 115k miles on them, they are 24 years old.

[@Evepc_Tucson]

@@TimmyTheToolman yes, agreed, age would be the first guess, puzzling a bit, but perhaps also because I put in a Detroit Torsion diff (not exactly a locker - but more like LSD), perhaps there is some kinda lateral flex going on when it engages ? Otherwise, maybe the seals/bearings were just at the leak point and "disturbing" them by pulling the axles to put in the diff was just enough to "wiggle" them out of position. Anyways, great video and saw the part 2 with the new tool, looks like a logical job, but I have a Toy shop that will do it for me and maybe have to clean/replace the brakes also, messy work ! Thanks for the reply !

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Evepc_Tucson How much will the shop charge you to do both sides?

[@Evepc_Tucson]

@@TimmyTheToolman not sure yet, but I believe they will use OEM parts and they are a Toy shop with decades of experience, so they have all the tools and the press and stuff to do the drums if they have to. They may have to replace the drum shoes since they have been soaked (and driven) in oil. So best to have it in a shop in case they have to do those or free any seized bolts and such. likely over 1k. If I was in CA I would bring it to you ! ;)

[@Evepc_Tucson]

@@TimmyTheToolman **could you clarify the flipping of the retainer ? It seems that you thought you needed to flip it, then you flipped it back (beveled edge facing toward the diff) , **however in the Part 2 video , the one with the ABS tone ring, you did flip it (beveled edge toward the outside). I'm a bit confused about this, even tho I get the concept , i.e. you want the seal to "ride" in the middle, wouldn't Toyota machine that retainer to spec and I would think you would want the flat edge resting on the bearing , instead of the beveled edge. thoughts ?

[@nabaddame5726]

Did I miss the link for the large press adapters you're using to remove the old bearings? I am doing this job on a 03 sequoia and am currently stuck as the bearing outer race is stuck inside the knuckle. The bearing separated when pressing it out. I can get a dremel with metal wheel in there but it will definitely score the inside of the knuckle. I don't think it will be a problem but I think having those larger press adapters would probably remove it.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Look at the comment we pinned (1st comment you see). We list all the tools we used for the job there. It's listed as the "Press Sleeve Kit".

[@jonp6347]

Thanks for the video. What kind of press do you have and brand

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Harbor Freight 20 ton press. Look at the comment I pinned and you'll find a link to the press along with links to all the other tools we used for the job.

[@jonp6347]

@@TimmyTheToolman thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@jonp6347 You're very welcome.

[@donemmanuel4226]

Great job, great video as usual Timmy. Much thanks.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks and you're very welcome.

[@tomhernandez1308]

Awesome video guys, thanks a bunch. I don't have my own press, sure wish I could do this all myself! I noticed the axle appears to have an additional seal that mates with the knuckle/inner seal. Can you comment on that and why you maybe didn't bother replacing that as well?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Tom, glad you like the video. As for the seals, we replaced all of them. Can you provide a timestamp to the part that shows what you're referring to?

[@averycook6854]

@@TimmyTheToolman I think that @Tom Hernandez is talking about the dust seal on the outboard side of the CV axle. I had the same question. I think it is the dust seal 90080-30028 (but am not quite sure on that PN) that interfaces with the inner wheel seal 90316-69001.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@averycook6854 On the 3rd Gen 4runner and 1st Gen Tacoma axles, there is no seal on the outboard side of the axle. There's a seal on the backside of the knuckle, but not on the axle itself. There is a metal disk on the inboard side of the axle that works as sort of a dust seal to keep larger contaminants out of the differential.

[@leoszilard3998]

Tim,The new Koyo bearings for the 3rd gen 4runners do have that black cover on one side,Both ends look the same and I don't see a taper on either end and the bearing has engravings (Koyo stamp and numbers)on one side only,Both side are not magnetic.Any suggestions on what end goes in first,Thanks in advance.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Don't think it matters honestly.

[@leoszilard3998]

Thanks sir,You know a bearing fits perfectly inside the spindle between the lugs in the cup for pressing upside down,Holds it perfectly and gives good height so the stud bolts are above the press surface.Since there is no magnetic sensor looking at that part of the hub(Just the tone ring)I guess that is why neither side has a magnetic side,The OEM from factory Koyo bearings do,20+ years ago.Good work on the fast reply.Wish I had a friend like you near me,Its all on me,Had to learn all on my own,And really do not trust others to do work on my Toyota's .No help except people like you.Someone upstairs is writing this all down.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@leoszilard3998 You're welcome Leo.

[@Allenbarri38]

Hi Timmy! I’ve tackled many jobs on my 1st gen Tacoma with the help of your video including the timing belt W/P and the most recent, valve cover gaskets. I’m going to be tackling this soon on some spare spindles I have and I’m curious if the attached parts will work for my Tacoma. It’s a 2001 with ADD and no ABS. the reason I’m asking is because Amazon says these parts won’t work with my truck. I’ve always heard 4runner, Tacoma and early model tundras have the same spindles. Just wanted to make sure before ordering parts. Any info is appreciated. Thank you!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, the parts we list in the video description with work for your Tacoma spindles. Great to hear our videos are helping you out. Happy Wrenching!

[@ToyodaMaster-tq6ht]

Have you guys put the Energy Suspension Urethane Bushings in the front yet? They’re AWESOME!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I'm guessing you're talking about control arms? If you are, I definitely don't like them for the LCAs. Whiteline is a much better choice.

[@ToyodaMaster-tq6ht]

Watching a first timer take that spindle apart is hilarious. Like it’s gonna break. It’s a machine, you’re not gonna hurt it’s feelings to wack that thing with a BFH!🤣

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We don't like Big F'ing Hammer technique. That's for neanderthals that haven't fully evolved.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The kid tried so hard using his legs and arms to get the wheel back on that was hilarious 😂

[@TimmyTheToolman]

There is a first time for everything, and you don’t know what you don’t know.

[@react1200]

Should I replace as maintenance or wait until they go out? I'm at 385k, OG owner.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

[@Kfgk14]

Hey tim, im doing this job on my 2004 tundra next week, both sides. Aside from potentially a few different parts numbers, is the construction/process the same? Thanks!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I've never done the job on a 1st Gen Tundra, but I've handled the steering knuckles before and they look pretty much identical to the 3rd Gen 4runner and 1st Gen Tacoma axles. It's my best guess the process is identical.

[@Eldennisreynolds]

Hey Tim and Sean! Looking for some guidance here. Took my knuckle to a shop and had them replace the wheel bearing with oem parts I purchased. Truck is still whining from 40mph-70mph. Didn’t replace the hub only the wheel bearing and related parts. Where could this whining be coming from? Thanks in advance, cheers!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Not sure since I'm not there to listen to it. Could be the transmission. Maybe an engine pulley. Maybe a rear wheel bearing.

[@tikitavi7120]

I need to buy a press. Good video, good teacher.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, a 20 ton press from Harbor Freight is money well spent. It comes in handy for a lot of jobs. Glad you like the video and I appreciate the compliment.

[@ZER0o10]

I been having a hard time finding those steel plates :/ any suggestions thx for the ehlp!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Find a local fabrication shop and have them cut you some plates to size. A good fab shop will have plates in different thicknesses and they can cut them to the size you want. 4" x 12" plates that are 1" thick is about right. I also have a set that are 1/2" thick.

[@ZER0o10]

Nice will do that thanks a lot!@@TimmyTheToolman

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@ZER0o10 You're welcome. Good luck with the job!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@ZER0o10 We did find these for sale on Amazon: amzn.to/3C1dWzG I'd check first what a fab shop could do for you because they might be able to cut you some to size for way less money.

[@ZER0o10]

@@TimmyTheToolman thank you Tim! Appreciate that, i found a fabrication shop close by, i will be heading there thsu Friday

[@alexhafko5667]

This is a lot more work than i thought! Quite the investment needed in tools to do this yourself. You can buy an entirely new knuckle that has a new bearing, hub, and upper balljoint already all installed. From toyota direct, a new knuckle is pretty pricey and does not include the other components. From aftermarket like moog, its about 250-300 dollars for each side. Do you have any experience with these particular aftermarket parts? Or would you recommend sticking to oem genuine parts for something like this?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Stick with OEM. Also, make the tools investment. Tools pay for themselves very quickly and keep.saving you money over time.

[@allen-gt5ng]

When did u put the inner spanner nut on I never seen one on it

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@allen-gt5ng Can you give me a time stamp so I understand what part you are referring to?

[@Prodagyxx]

Is the hydraulic press an absolute must or is there a more budget approachable option to this project?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

People have done it another way with some type of bearing puller tool but I don't know the tool because I've never used one. I saw a video of a guy doing it. A 20 Ton Harbor Freight Press is pretty damn affordable especially if you can buy one with one of their frequent 20% off coupons that make available. I have used my press for a lot of jobs.

[@jamesfarmer2748]

I just bought a 99 tacoma with attomatic transmission and manual hubs. I notice not many tacomas and 4 runners of this gen have manual hubs. Are the manual hubs more preferable and easier to work on?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

They are actually more involved to work on if you were going to replace a CV axle. But, they have great advantages. You can have the CV axles disengaged when you don't need them saving wear and tear on them. On a normal rig with A.D.D. (Automatic Differential Disconnect), the CV axles are always spinning, even when you're not in 4wheel drive. With manual hubs, you can use 4Lo on pavement for lower gearing if you're climbing a really steep and sustained paved grade. This saves your automatic transmission from overheating. On a normall ADD vehicle, you don't want to put your rig in 4wd on pavement because the front differential and CV axles will bind on the pavement in turns because there's no slip of the wheels on pavement like there is on a dirt or gravel road. Another thing is if you break a CV axle, and you can drive out of where you're at in 2wd, you just unlock the hubs, and you can perform the axle replacement whenever you want. If you break a CV axle on an ADD vehicle, you're forced to fix it on the trail because the axles are always spinning.

[@fizbinsfire]

Great video but i never see anyone doing a rwd tacoma. I have an 03 rwd prerunner and i am about to do mine. I am not sure but i was told that there might be a locking nut in the back covering that abs ring that needs a specific tool to take off is that true. Also the dust covers are different than what you have here and i have no clue how to remove them. Any advise

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You will have a lock nut just like the manual hub versions do and yes you will need a special tool to remove it. On a 4wd model, the CV axle nut torqued to 174 ft-lbs preloads the bearing. On a 2wd model, you don't have a CV axle so you need another way to preload the bearing and thats' with the lock nut. I've never removed a dust cover on a 2wd model but it can't be that hard to figure out. You just need to figure out the best tool to pry it off with. We have a couple manual hub swap videos you can use as a reference to know how to deal with the loosening and proper tightening of that lock nut. We link all the tools we used in the Manual Hub Swap in Part 1 which includes the special tool used to remove and torque the lock nut. We list the tools in a pinned comment which is the first comment you will see. Manual Hub Swap Part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iouVpIKci9ehnrc Manual Hub Swap Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4XTgIygZdiIpqM

[@am932]

Is the knuckle complete with bearing When buying new from the dealer?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

No clue. We've never tried to buy a complete knuckle assembly from the dealer. But, I do know that price tag is going to be massive. With the money saved replacing the bearing, it would pay for a press and other tools necessary to complete this job.

[@am932]

@@TimmyTheToolman thanks, looking into options. starting to get a humming noise while driving. No noticeable play yet but i think its about ready to go at 200k

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@am932 Gotcha. Once you price the option you're considering, I'm guessing you won't want to go that route. A press is a very handy tool to own if you like to do your own work. I've used mine a ton, but I have to admit a lot of the use comes from me working on other people's rigs. Regardless of that fact, I think it's better to save the money on parts and obtain the tools. A press can be used for axle bearings, but it can also be used for doing bushing replacements on control arms and lots more uses. That humming noise could be originating from somewhere else. Noises travel and can fool you into thinking you have one problem when it's entirely another issue. It could be one of your rear wheel bearings.

[@am932]

@@TimmyTheToolman was also looking at that possibility. the drive axle center bearing has quite bit of play, but the humming becomes more noticeable in turns or lightens when towing

[@koopa816mj1]

I replaced my wheel bearing and hub. It squealed and there was a thump every rotation. Toyota mechanic said I needed everything replaced. Said I didn't have a retainer and that messes up the spacer. Sounds like bs to be . What retainer?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I don't know what he is referring to. There isn't a retainer but there is a spacer.

[@stewpeas87]

Hey Tim. Enjoy your program. I went to a mechanic shop and got my two front hub wheel bearing replace on a 2000 Toyota 4 runner. I fit it back on the vehicle. The wheel does not spin freely. I drive up to 1 mile and the hub got very hot. I know it's not cause by the friction of the brakes. Is this normal and will it get free after a while? I'm afraid to drive it far, fairing it by get too hot and seized up the bearing.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Great to hear you like our channel. To answer your question, the shop screwed up somehow. Maybe they pressed the new bearing in by applying pressure to the inner race rather than the outer race and caused damage. Another common error shops do is they don't properly support the inner race of the bearing when they are pressing the hub into the bearing. Hate to say it, but you need to pull your spindles back off and tell them to do the job right. If you watch the video, you'll know all the nuances of this job where people can screw up. When you talk to them, you should ask to talk to the person who did the job and question him about the things I mentioned. If you don't think this shop is capable of doing the job right, ask for a full refund and take your spindles to a another shop. But, better yet, invest in a press, press sleeves and other tools you need to do this job and do it yourself so you have the peace of mind it was done right. No way in hell should a bearing not spin freely is this job was done right. They screwed up.

[@stewpeas87]

Thanks for responding.. They did say they had a hard time with it. First time I'm going to this shop. I did get the impression they don't press bearing often when talking to them.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@stewpeas87 You know what kills me? Shops take on jobs they have no business doing. If they weren't familiar with what's required to successfully do the job, they should have passed on it. Instead, they took your money and screwed it up. I'd ask for a full refund on the repair and either do it yourself or find a shop that is knowledgeable on doing wheel bearings on these Toyotas.

[@hunterduppong1410]

Hey 👋 would you be able to perform this job by simply unbolting the lbj 4 bolts instead of tie rod end ect ? Thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, you could. It's just personal preference.

[@lukestoyz]

I’m in the middle of this job currently on a 2003 Tacoma pre runner and noticed that my bearings are oem timken, but are facing the opposite way with the black side facing outward. Also noticed that the outer race has a arrow facing away from the black side of the bearing. Any thoughts?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I think your bearings might have been replaced by someone and they installed them backwards. But who knows, maybe the direction doesn't even matter.