Replacing brakes on a '86 Mustang GT

Sep 24, 2006 2 Replies

Just bought a '86 5.0 Mustang and would like to re-do the front brakes with all new Rotors, Wheel bearings, Calipers and pads. No problem on replacing the calipers and pads. But what is the best step by step procedure for removing and installing new wheel bearings on new rotors??? What other tools and parts will I need?



It's a pretty standard procedure. Hasn't changed on Fords since the 60's. Doing new parts is exactly the same as doing it with the old parts; no special procedures. Pack the new bearings with quality grease. Use a new seal. Do you have the factory service manual yet? It's a bit expensive but you're going to need it.

Just bought a '86 5.0 Mustang and would like to re-do the front brakes with all new Rotors, Wheel bearings, Calipers and pads. No problem on replacing the calipers and pads. But what is the best step by step procedure for removing and installing new wheel bearings on new rotors??? What other tools and parts will I need?

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