Tip for removing rusty hubs?

john91919 · 12th June 2012, 13:42

Hi,

I tried to adjust the handbrake at the hubs on the weekend.

I eventually managed to get the wheel off, couldn't find the adjuster (found the spring).

Couldn't get the hub off.

I have bought some plus-gas and a heavy duty rubber mallet. I plan on giving it a good spray then hammer time!

Anyone got any tips?

Cheers
John

Jakg · 12th June 2012, 13:52

Do you mean the brake disc or the hub? AFAIK you only need to get the discs off to adjust the handbrake (although you can even adjust it through the wheel with the wheel on and a bolt off!)

john91919 · 12th June 2012, 13:59

My fault...its the disk I need to remove.

I have tried to adjust through one of the holes but can only find the spring not the adjuster.

Everythin is seized on, must have been years since they were last removed.

Have another crack at it this weekend if its dry.

Cheers
John

scouseeric · 12th June 2012, 14:03

John, did you remove the retaining bolt on the face of the disc (might be hidden with the rust)

Eric

john91919 · 12th June 2012, 14:07

The torx one?

Yes that came out quite easily, surprisingly enough.

HarryM1BYT · 12th June 2012, 14:08

You remove the caliper, then one recessed Torque bolt (in the circle of wheel studs) and the drum/disk should then come free.

DO NOT UNDO the large hub nut in the centre.

If the drum/disk is loose, but still not coming off, all that could be holding it is a circle of rust at the back of the shoes in the drum. If so so, some persuasion may be needed if you cannot find the adjuster to back it off.

Jakg · 12th June 2012, 20:16

Stupid question, but the handbrake is off, yes? The handbrake will "grab" the disc and then it wont come off!

HarryM1BYT · 12th June 2012, 20:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jakg

Stupid question, but the handbrake is off, yes? The handbrake will "grab" the disc and then it wont come off!

Good point and the same answer might explain inability to turn the adjuster too.

SapperGB · 12th June 2012, 21:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jakg

Stupid question, but the handbrake is off, yes? The handbrake will "grab" the disc and then it wont come off!

you know what, as stupid a question as that may seem. i bet it is far more a common mistake than we could imagine.

1, apply handbrake,
2, chock wheels
3, loosen wheelbolts
3, jack up car

Jakg · 12th June 2012, 21:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by SapperGB

you know what, as stupid a question as that may seem. i bet it is far more a common mistake than we could imagine.

1, apply handbrake,
2, chock wheels
3, loosen wheelbolts
3, jack up car

I say stupid question as it's the mistake I kept making trying to change the rear discs for the first time!

12th June 2012, 13:42	#1
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12th June 2012, 13:59	#3
john91919 Loves to post rover 75 CDTI tourer Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: swansea Posts: 423 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	My fault...its the disk I need to remove. I have tried to adjust through one of the holes but can only find the spring not the adjuster. Everythin is seized on, must have been years since they were last removed. Have another crack at it this weekend if its dry. Cheers John __________________ Membership Number 1086 Mods so far Smiley number plate, L.E.D. internal lighting Pending Mods EGR Valve. 160 remap. L.E.D. sidelights. [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

12th June 2012, 14:07	#5
john91919 Loves to post rover 75 CDTI tourer Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: swansea Posts: 423 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	The torx one? Yes that came out quite easily, surprisingly enough. __________________ Membership Number 1086 Mods so far Smiley number plate, L.E.D. internal lighting Pending Mods EGR Valve. 160 remap. L.E.D. sidelights. [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

12th June 2012, 14:08	#6
HarryM1BYT This is my second home 75 Contemporary SE Mk II 2004 Man. Sal. CDTi 135ps, FBH on red diesel, WinCE6 DD Join Date: May 2010 Location: Leeds Posts: 17,273 Thanks: 2,160 Thanked 2,061 Times in 1,586 Posts	You remove the caliper, then one recessed Torque bolt (in the circle of wheel studs) and the drum/disk should then come free. DO NOT UNDO the large hub nut in the centre. If the drum/disk is loose, but still not coming off, all that could be holding it is a circle of rust at the back of the shoes in the drum. If so so, some persuasion may be needed if you cannot find the adjuster to back it off. __________________ Harry How To's and items I offer for free, or just to cover the cost of my expenses... http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...40#post1764540 Fix a poor handbrake; DIY ABS diagnostic unit; Loan of the spanner needed to change the CDT belts; free OBD diagnostics +MAF; Correct Bosch MAF cheap; DVB-T install in an ex-hi-line system; DD install with a HK amp; FBH servicing. I've taken a vow of poverty. To annoy me, send money.

12th June 2012, 13:52	#2
Jakg This is my second home N/A Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Suffolk Posts: 6,867 Thanks: 0 Thanked 397 Times in 302 Posts	Do you mean the brake disc or the hub? AFAIK you only need to get the discs off to adjust the handbrake (although you can even adjust it through the wheel with the wheel on and a bolt off!)

12th June 2012, 14:03	#4
scouseeric Passed Away 75 contemporary se cdti Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,579 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	John, did you remove the retaining bolt on the face of the disc (might be hidden with the rust) Eric

12th June 2012, 20:16	#7
Jakg This is my second home N/A Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Suffolk Posts: 6,867 Thanks: 0 Thanked 397 Times in 302 Posts	Stupid question, but the handbrake is off, yes? The handbrake will "grab" the disc and then it wont come off!