Shot wheel bearing

[ScienceVR6]

I think i killed a wheel bearing yesterday.
Its grinding so bad, i can feel it through the steering wheel.

I have orded the bearing, but i need to know, are there any parts or tools that i can't do this without? The bearing arrives on tuesday, so i will need to find out soon. Oh yeah, its a front bearing!

[DubSteve]

How much did that cost you Science as I think I may need one aswell?

[jets]

I have done this job on MK1s & a MK2GTI [ larger brg ] You will need specialized press tools & a press naturally, around 10 tons. I have some machines & was able to make the tools as per the workshop manual. Study the manual first to see how its done. You maybe able to remove the housing & then take to a dealer to have the bearing pressed. It's maybe possible to make up something using threaded rod & plates.

[aliasmk2]

I am getting 1 front bearing on my mk2 done next week, I am going to change the hub as well just to be on the safe side
Its not the sort of job I would take on myself, so with labour it is going to cost about $230 at a authorised VW workshop
I think that pretty reasonable

[ScienceVR6]

How much did that cost you Science as I think I may need one aswell?

the bearing is costing $110 through B.J Bearings.

[jets]

Here are some details for replacing Mk1 front wheel brgs.

http://www.4crawler.com/Diesel/CheapTricks/FrontWheelBearing.shtml

[ScienceVR6]

Woops!

Its not a wheel bearing, it was a loose wheel!!!

All tightened now, and no more noise!

[DerSubtileVento]

Woops!

Its not a wheel bearing, it was a loose wheel!!!

All tightened now, and no more noise!

Glad to hear it was just a loose wheel. You've got to be careful about those though. I had a couple loose lugs on my car and they ended up snapping off. Not very fun to replace those.