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4x4 Related Groups => Tech Talk => Topic started by: Black Betty on April 08, 2015, 10:23:43 AM

Title: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Black Betty on April 08, 2015, 10:23:43 AM

Ordered a new set of front unit bearings for my xj.  Just curious if I should change out the 3 bolts on either side or not.  The stealership wants $13/ bolt. 

Jeep has 300k on it and I'm half way into my old man emu lift.

I usually like changing out the hardware when doing things like this, but $80 for 6 bolts ...

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Dingleberry on April 08, 2015, 10:46:29 AM

Are the bolts rusted?

If not, leave em. I've had those 12'point head bolts go through multiple hub changes and they're fine. Anti-sieze etc. is a good idea.

If you need spares, I have some.

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Uboatcmdr on April 08, 2015, 11:05:15 AM

I usually just wire wheel the threads and throw some anti seize on them and haven't had any problems except for broken shafts destroying the head.

Pnp is a good option if you need spares though

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Black Betty on April 08, 2015, 09:11:37 PM

On a whim I ordered a set from 4wd parts.  With the pick up at store option it was just over $35 for all 6.

I really like new bits.

It would have been fine, I'm sure of it, but I figured what the heck.

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Dingleberry on April 08, 2015, 10:26:14 PM

Quote from: Black Betty on April 08, 2015, 09:11:37 PM

On a whim I ordered a set from 4wd parts.  With the pick up at store option it was just over $35 for all 6.

I really like new bits.

It would have been fine, I'm sure of it, but I figured what the heck.

Are you an Eskimo? If so, I have a truck-load of ice I'd love to sell to you, at a great price!!
Edit: Did I mention, it's NEW!!??

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Black Betty on April 08, 2015, 10:46:07 PM

Quote from: Dingleberry on April 08, 2015, 10:26:14 PM

Are you an Eskimo? If so, I have a truck-load of ice I'd love to sell to you, at a great price!!
Edit: Did I mention, it's NEW!!??

Only if it's shiny.  Shiny is my favorite colour.

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Dingleberry on April 08, 2015, 10:51:56 PM

Quote from: Black Betty on April 08, 2015, 10:46:07 PM

Only if it's shiny.  Shiny is my favorite colour.

Even better... its SPARKLY!!  ;D

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Bnine on April 09, 2015, 08:22:49 AM

Can you hang on to those old ones for me? I get the odd stripped one here and can use some spares. Save me the trip to pick an pull.

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Dingleberry on April 09, 2015, 11:31:13 AM

Quote from: Bnine on April 09, 2015, 08:22:49 AM

Can you hang on to those old ones for me? I get the odd stripped one here and can use some spares. Save me the trip to pick an pull.

I can give you a bunch Billy. How many do you want?

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Bnine on April 09, 2015, 01:08:26 PM

Just a handfull to have around for ones that come in with the heads rusted off...lol

Title: Re: Dana 30 wheel bearing bolts
Post by: Black Betty on April 09, 2015, 08:18:44 PM

No prob billy.  They are yours, I'll even give you a couple beers when you come get them.  Probably will have the bearings out next weekend, they should arrive mid next week.

I also bought new 36mm axle nuts, came 5 to a pack and included the lock nuts.  Need any of those for spares?