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Non-RX7 Mechanic for Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement?

Old 05-01-18, 12:16 PM
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Non-RX7 Mechanic for Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement?

Looking for feedback.

I currently reside in Milwaukee, WI area. My FD's rear wheel bearings need to be replaced and have Koyo replacement bearings in hand. However, I've now come to realize the task is outside my ability to DIY.

The nearest legit RX7 mechanics I'm aware of are 4+ hours away at Banzai Racing in Indiana. My alternative thinking is to seek out a local import mechanic who who works on other makes with sophisticated independent rear suspensions such as Porsche, Audi, BMW, etc. Porsche seems to me to be the most likely match for appropriate skills/experience.

Am I on the right track with here?

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Old 05-01-18, 03:59 PM
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it's a pretty standard press in wheel bearing. Any decent mechanic should be fine.
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x2 on above ^^. Did mine a few months back it was very straight forward... The hardest part I had was getting the monster C clips out. Broke 2 sets of snap ring pliers. Simple press out, press in otherwise. GL
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No press in necessary; put the bearings in the freezer overnight and heat the spindle to 250 deg F in the oven. This will elminate the risk of damage to new bearing during press-in and seating process.
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