Upgrade Your Ride: Yugo Ghetto Style with Rebuilt Calipers & Wheel Bearings

Upgrade Your Ride: Yugo Ghetto Style with Rebuilt Calipers & Wheel Bearings

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. Wheel Bearing Replacement
   • 2.1 Tools Required
   • 2.2 Removing the Wheel Bearing
   • 2.3 Installing the New Wheel Bearing
3. Cleaning and Rebuilding Brake Calipers
   • 3.1 Removing the Brake Calipers
   • 3.2 Cleaning the Brake Calipers
   • 3.3 Rebuilding the Brake Calipers
4. Lowering the Car by Cutting Springs
   • 4.1 Spring Compressors
   • 4.2 Cutting the Springs
   • 4.3 Cleaning and Painting the Springs
   • 4.4 Putting the Springs Back Together
5. Replacing Control Arms and Other Components
   • 5.1 Control Arm Replacement
   • 5.2 Other Component Replacement
6. Final Touch-ups and Assembly
7. Conclusion

Wheel Bearing Replacement

Replacing the wheel bearings in your car is an essential part of maintenance, ensuring smooth and safe driving. In this section, we will discuss the step-by-step process of wheel bearing replacement, including the tools required, removing the old bearing, and installing the new one.

2.1 Tools Required

Before starting the replacement process, it is crucial to Gather the necessary tools. You will need a special tool for removing and installing the wheel bearing, which ensures proper torquing. Additionally, having screwdrivers and a half-inch ratchet will come in handy during the process.

2.2 Removing the Wheel Bearing

To remove the old wheel bearing, you need to first take out the wheel bearing ring using the special tool. While it is possible to remove it with screwdrivers, using the tool ensures torqueing it down to the recommended specifications. After removing the ring, you may encounter a burnt smell, indicating overheating and the need for replacement.

2.3 Installing the New Wheel Bearing

Once the old bearing is removed, it is time to install the new one. Press the new bearing into place from the side it goes out, ensuring a secure fit. Make sure there is no collar stuck to the bearing or any grease residue from the previous bearing. Finally, torque the screw-in ring to the specified foot-pounds Mentioned in your service manual.

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