Front stud removal questions

[TweeT91109]

Ok so removed the rear studs, and replaced them with longer studs for my new spacers

Went to move to the front and ran into this.....

It doesnt look like there is any way to remove the studs without removing this whole peice, but then agian I have no idea on how to remove this whole peice either, has antone got any ideas on this one?

 

[Poodles]

Start here: http://www.cygnusx1.net/Supra/Library/TSRM/MK3/manual.aspx?S=FA&P=10

Keep in mind it's not the easiest thing to do...

 

[NTRA08]

In order to replace studs in the front you have to break the spindle free from the control arms and tie rod. Of course remove your brake calipers blah blah. Then press the wheel bearing from the spindle. And then remove your old studs with one good blow to the bolt end of the studs. I used a mini sledge. If you tap them out it will ruin the knurls, I recommend taking it to a shop... I did mine at home with a press. But not everyone has that sort of luxury. If you can find an easier way, like an access hole where can get to the studs without taking apart the hub assembly try that.

 

[TweeT91109]

In order to replace studs in the front you have to break the spindle free from the control arms and tie rod. Of course remove your brake calipers blah blah. Then press the wheel bearing from the spindle. And then remove your old studs with one good blow to the bolt end of the studs. I used a mini sledge. If you tap them out it will ruin the knurls, I recommend taking it to a shop... I did mine at home with a press. But not everyone has that sort of luxury. If you can find an easier way, like an access hole where can get to the studs without taking apart the hub assembly try that.

I looked...but didnt find anything. And thanks poodles, I didnt even think about TRSM..... silly me

 

[Satan]

It's a big PITA.

We cut a tab into the dust shield and bent back far enough to pop the old ones out, then bent back into place (this is not the recommended/proper way). You will not find much support for "ghettoing" it this way. However, it is simply a dust/debri shield and still does it's job for me. I had a few broken studs on the driver's front when I got the car. The rear ones were much easier to address.

The correct way to do it is lengthy/cumbersome. Especially if you are not replacing a wheel bearing.

I thought about making my own "detachable" dust shield, but that's also alot of extra work for something I hope to rarely have to use. Maybe a 2-piece design. If I thought I may be replacing studs often because of drifting/track, I would've probably cut a small hole where the stud could be backed out, then seal with the right-sized high-temp grommet.

If you go through the entire TRSM process, take a look at what your options are for modifying the dust shield (in a professional way) to be removable later, without the complete disassembly of the hub.

 

[TweeT91109]

It's a big PITA.

We cut a tab into the dust shield and bent back far enough to pop the old ones out, then bent back into place (this is not the recommended/proper way). You will not find much support for "ghettoing" it this way. However, it is simply a dust/debri shield and still does it's job for me. I had a few broken studs on the driver's front when I got the car. The rear ones were much easier to address.

The correct way to do it is lengthy/cumbersome. Especially if you are not replacing a wheel bearing.

I thought about making my own "detachable" dust shield, but that's also alot of extra work for something I hope to rarely have to use. Maybe a 2-piece design. If I thought I may be replacing studs often because of drifting/track, I would've probably cut a small hole where the stud could be backed out, then seal with the right-sized high-temp grommet.

If you go through the entire TRSM process, take a look at what your options are for modifying the dust shield (in a professional way) to be removable later, without the complete disassembly of the hub.

True that, well ill be looing into getting a bearing puller like the TRSM says to use...I work at harbor frieght...so ill pick one up there. but other then that, I think I may just have to wait

 

[TweeT91109]

Ok so instead of taking of a perfectly good turning assembly....i have come to the simple conclusion that I can just by shallow lug nuts, that have my stock thread pattern. So I will be making a purchase tomorrow and pics will be posted... I cant wait

 

[IwantMKIII]

Came across this issue as well today. I roughly followed what Satan did but minus the cutting. I simply bent the dust cover back at the 3 oclock position by switching between a vice grip and hammer. Had to bend it more than I originally intended or thought I'd have to but I bend the cover back with a hammer and, surprisingly, took its original shape fairly well; i'd say it took on about 80% of its original shape. Either way it worked, so consider this the 'ghetto version' if you will. No way was I disassembling that wheel hub, nor did I have the tools and money for someone else to do it.

Warning to those who may attempt this: do NOT bend the grooved metal piece that prevents you from removing the stud like normal. This is for your ABS, do not damage it.

 

[Satan]

^^I had thought to do the same thing, but thought that if you do this several time throughout the life of the car, you may end up breaking that piece of metal (in the place that is frequently bent). I'd rather lose/fix the tab if anything. I still think there's a better solution (compromise), but will have to wait for the next opportunity to experiment and get creative.