Has anyone replaced the front wheel bearings in their Explorer? This is a
> 96, 4wd. It is a DIY job, or should it be done at a shop?
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I just did the right front of my '95 with 144k. You have to buy the entire hub. I got mine at advanced auto for about $180 and include the ABS sensor. There are three bolts that fasten the hub. My biggest problem was getting them loose. I had to use a breaker bar with a pipe on it. You also need a large 31mm socket remove the hub bolt. It is suggested to replace this nut. I could do the other side in half the time. Getting the bolts loose was the key for me.
Craig