04-14-2021, 07:51 PM | #1 |
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Front Wheel Bearing Replacement
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I need to replace the front wheel bearings on my ZL1 1LE. I've got three quick questions for those of you out there much more capable than I am...(I have a buddy who diagnosed the issue and will be doing the swap...) 1.) Looks like the front wheel bearing is part of the Hub & Bearing Assembly, which is GM Part number 13512895. Is that right for the ZL1 1LE? 2.) Anyone know the part number for the three bolts that hold this on? 3.) And, anyone know the torque setting one would use on those three bolts? Thank you for any comments you can share... |
04-14-2021, 09:55 PM | #2 | |
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04-15-2021, 07:25 AM | #3 |
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Out of curiosity, how was the wheel bearing issue diagnosed? Wheel bearings on these cars are pretty beefy and shouldn't have any issues unless they are severely loaded by something like hitting potholes or driving fast on rough roads.
1) Yes, 13512895 is the PN for all Camaro front hubs. It's common for all of them, including the ZL1 1LE. When installing, make sure you coat the bore on the knuckle with anti-seize/grease. 2) Bolt PN is 11547043, but they only need to be replaced if damaged. Yes, they are a torque + angle spec as Matt pointed out above, but that isn't the same as a torque to yield spec which these bolts are not. Torque + angle is used because of the threadlocker. Threadlocker causes friction in the threads that results in a lower clamp force for an applied bolt torque, so torque + angle is used to be a bit more precise for reaching the correct clamp force on the bolt. 3) One quick add to Matt's torque spec is to make sure you re-apply blue threadlocker. Proper procedure for this is clean the bolt completely of remaining old threadlocker, apply new threadlocker to 2/3 the length of the threads, allow to sit and cure for ~10 minutes, then install on the vehicle. After installing, wipe away any excess threadlocker to ensure it doesn't end up in other moving parts.
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05-02-2021, 07:37 PM | #4 | |
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I do think we will do the left bearing anyway because at my track, the left side of the car gets a lot of load (I always cord the front left tire.) I'll post up when it's all wrapped up and let you know how it goes. Thank you! |
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05-05-2021, 05:56 AM | #5 |
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Replacing a wheel bearing that comes as an assembly with the hub and bolts to the spindle or steering knuckle is not very difficult if you have proper skills, tools and the manual. Of course, the large axle nut is very tight and can be difficult to remove.
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05-05-2021, 08:05 AM | #6 | |
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I'd check and see what the return policy is since you don't need the bearings anymore. There might be a small restocking fee, but would definitely be less than the cost of just sitting on two new ones. Either that or try selling on here, someone might scoop them up. As for replacing the front left bearings, my 2¢ is if it's not broken don't fix it. You probably have a ton of life left in that wheel bearing even if you wear one side before the other. I'd only swap them out once they start showing signs of failing like making noise or vibrating while driving.
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