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Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by smallduz, Oct 31, 2024.

  1. Oct 31, 2024 at 4:55 PM
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    smallduz

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    i need to replace front wheel bearings what do you recommend for where to get all the pieces or even if there is a kit for it

    i have a 1996 4runner 4wd
     
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    my right wheel seized up so i had to take it to a shop and they want to charge me $800 is that normal shop pricing? i’ve never taken any of my rigs to a shop so idk.
     
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    10 years ago I inquired at the Firestone shop what it would be and the guy literally said "WTF... $500 per side".

    The thing is, it's an old school over engineered setup. The entire front knuckle assembly has to come off. Then the old bearing has to get pressed out and a new one pressed in. Those bearings are BEEFY compared to most anything today. Today, they put smaller wheel bearings in on an easy to swap assembly.

    I still have the originals with no issues.
     

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