cant get my rotor off

[panteramatt]

[/URL][/IMG]Removed my wheel and snapped 2 studs. I did a disc brake conversion years ago but forget which one. I cant for the life of me figure out how to get the rotor off to get these studs out. ALso anyone know what size they are?

 

[langester]

You have to remove the rotor and hub assembly by removing the bearings. Once you have it off you can either press or hammer out the studs and then install new ones. I pressed my new ones in but you can install them other ways if you are careful. The studs hold the rotor to the hub from the back side, they are pressed into the hub assembly. The studs are 1/2" 20 tpi. I cant remember how long they are but you can measure a good one from your setup.
Hope it helps, good luck with the project!

 

[StnePny]

You haven't TAKEN OFF the Spindle Nut, Locking Ring, etc.....
(You will probably need a Spindle Nut Wrench or hammer & Flathead Screw Driver...)

Basically, EVERYTHING that is holding the Hub & Rotor on...

 

[75MIKE]

Thank God it hasn't come off the way it sits or it would make a hell of a mess going down the freeway.

 

[panteramatt]

Theres no nut on there thats why Im asking. I thought maybe changing over to discs did away with the nut. I have a dana 44 socket

 

[panteramatt]

I put mile marker hubs on it maybe that why? Cant remember

 

[SteveL]

Changing hubs shouldn't matter. Like they said if the spindle nuts are of it should come loose. If it's still stuck tap it with the bfg. Just dont go crazy

 

[thegreatjustino]

The locking hub assembly is still installed. You need to remove it to access the spindle nuts.

 

[truecountry]

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hope this helps

 

[blubuckaroo]

Once the hub is off the spindle, you can use a big hammer and a brass drift to knock the lugs out. Knock them back in the same way. That's how I do it anyway.
These things were made so you could repair them anywhere.

 

[panteramatt]

you guys rock!

 

[panteramatt]

anyone know what knurl size I need?

 

[broncosam]

From the picture it looks as though the inner workings of the lock-out hub are still in place. You need to get them out before you can get to the spindle nuts.

 

[SteveL]

When you presser pound the new studs make sure they're all the way seated. Otherwise it can lead to rotor issues

 

[Apogee]

anyone know what knurl size I need?

If the factory stud lengths works, then just get replacement studs from the auto parts store.

Dorman #610-219(.1)
Raybestos #27878B
Wagner #BD60918

 

[DirtDonk]

I did a disc brake conversion years ago but forget which one.

That one is a GM/Ford setup.
Uses a GM caliper, caliper mounting bracket and spindle. Hoses are usually custom, but some stock applications may fit.
The hub and rotor assembly are '76-'79 (plus a few other years) Ford 1/2 ton and Bronco. Rear seal is a #4250 for same Ford hub.
Wheel bearings and races are common to both.
Locking hub mechanism would be for the typical Ford, GM and Dodge applications.

Paul

 

[Rustytruck]

Whatever you do dont pull the stud in with a nut. It will over stress the studs.

 

[Jfryjfry]

Whatever you do dont pull the stud in with a nut. It will over stress the studs.

People have been doing this for decades with no problems so I wouldn’t classify it as a “never ever” option. Pressing them in is the best way but if you are going to pull them in with a nut, use lots of grease, especially under the nut.

 

[Rocko1012]

heat and hammer