To rebuild a bearing assembly for a 1970 Corvette, you will need several parts, including:
- Bearings: The bearings are critical components of the assembly and are responsible for supporting the rotating shafts. You will need to replace the old bearings with new Timken units.
- Seals: The seals help to keep the lubricant inside the bearing assembly and prevent contaminants from entering. You will need to replace the old seals with SKF parts.
- Lubricant: You will need to add new lubricant to the bearing assembly to ensure that the bearings are properly lubricated and that the assembly functions correctly. We recommend a high temp racing grease.
- Speciality tools: You’ll need a bearing set up tool and a 20 ton or stronger press to install the spindle.
- You'll also need to inspect that the bearing support is in OE condition along with making sure your spindle is not overly worn causing a slip fit. An overly worn spindle can cause the bearings to prematurely wear along with other safety issues should there be a failure on the spindle/bearing assembly.
- Finally, you'll need to check rotor run out once fully assembled to ensure your brakes are working properly.
It is essential to use high-quality parts when rebuilding a bearing assembly to ensure that it operates correctly and does not fail prematurely. If you are not confident in your ability to rebuild the bearing assembly yourself, you may want to consider our rebuilding services.