Replacing wheel studs F-250

Simply pull the axle out of hub (unbolt it) and then remove hub/spindle bearing retainer bolt and pull hub and press studs out then press new ones in.

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Ummm, never tried that. I heard the retainer bolt is a special tool job? All I need is about 1/2" to start the new studs. Do I need new seals or whatever?

Thanks,

MM^^

It requires a specail spanner socket but in a pinch you can use a brass drift and a hammer. (the socket is not a bad addition to a tool set either) As far as seals, maybe the axle flange to hub seal at most unless it is high mileage and you want to change inner hub seal that seals hub to spindle stub. (it would not hurt to do it while you are in there but usually they are quite reusable if they are not weeping yet.

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Ok, and thanks. I just finished getting it back together. I used a drift punch and a ahmmer to get the nut loose. I found out it's a left hand thread on the driver's side, normal on the other (wierd). Took awhile to get the proper seal for the axle flange. Nothing matched up, but Auto Zone had one from Timken that replaces the old style. No major problems at all. I found out that the spanner socket is $20 at Auto Zone, after I did the job :(

While I was at it, I replaced the shoes and hardware........been awhile, but it went fine.

Thanks!

MM^^

Good deal, glad it worked out fine for you. I have used the drift thin in the past myself. Make sure bearing are not too tight or to loose

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