I have a 93 f150 4x4 and im trying to replace rotor. Ive got most the hub apart but now im stuck. Wondering if i need a special tool at this point or is there more to remove from hub first. i took some pics to show what ive done and where im at. I need help please. Im no mechanic so details on how to in laman terms would be great lol

 

I know you need a special socket. They (the infamous "they") make one socket for auto hubs and one for manual hubs. You can get them at the parts store. Do a search on this forum and you should find out what size to get. Also, I remember something about a snap ring or C-clip that is hard to see, make sure there isn't another before you remove that nut (the four notches are what the special socket engages).

Could you please keep taking pictures as you go and post them?

 

if i remember right he has all the snap rings by now and ya get the socket and take that off. When putting itback on the nut ratchets so just tighten till you feel it clicking

 

just had my hubs apart same truck as well, u need the spindle nut socket. I borrowed one, pretty sure it was 2 1/2 inch. Whatever u do don't lose any of those clips/etc major headache later. cheers.

 

I went to auto store bought the socket and it was just the answer i needed thx to all. heres the pics for others.

 

Nice going Riggs, now follow up, redue your pics and put it into the "how to section". Novice mechanic, my big fat butt.

 

Advance Auto borrows a lot of tools out... Bet they had one for free to use but then again, another tool can never hurt unless you need to move, then it is a pain.

 

Great job and thanks for the pics. Like Bill said, do a "How To" write up.

 

How did you get the spindle nut off? I got the same socket and all it does is ratchet both ways! Please help anyone!!!

 

Could you please help- I have the stock locking hubs on my 1990 f150 and we are replacing all parts for brakes. Even bearings . We have the hubs on and I believe they are just snug enough - not over tight ! But they are not quite locking right on the drivers side- it isn't turning all the way to free smoothly , but it is unlocking and locking. I could sure use some Picts of the spring and sprocket order of assembly- I think I have a spring and or sprocket backwards? Thanks wes