Replacing all front joints & CV shafts - Bearings too ?

[JCat]

I am about to replace all the ball joints, tie rod ends, and sway bar bushings. I'm going to replace the CV and shafts too.

Is there a test that would tell me if the bearings need replacing too?

Would you recommend replacing just the bearings or the bearing and hub assemblies?

 

[Rick]

I'm pretty sure you have unit bearings which are part of the hub assembly. If that's the case I would just check them for excessive play and if they seem ok, leave them. Unit bearing hubs are expensive...

 

[Ray Lobato]

The hubs will cost about 75 bucks each, and you are supposed to replace the hub nut also, as it is a compression nut. Also don't forget to get a new hub grease shield. It goes behind the hub on the knuckle.

 

[JCat]

What is the torque spec on the nut ?

 

[vroomzoomboom]

if my local dealer didnt bs me on the torque, the nut is between 165-225 ft lbs.

 

[Dan Whitaker]

The hubs will cost about 75 bucks each, and you are supposed to replace the hub nut also, as it is a compression nut. Also don't forget to get a new hub grease shield. It goes behind the hub on the knuckle.

Try $106 for house brand and $190 for Timken or BCA. I know. I just priced them today.

The axle shafts will come with a hub nut.

 

[Turdle]

170 per pair

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=259992

 

[NJFord]

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[NJFord]

Maybe someone could point out what I'm missing here. I had noise in my front end that appeared to be coming from the CV joint or Bearing. I decided to just replace everything. I go to AutoZone and pick up new hubs and CVs. Get home and the damn CV just seemed to long. I run back to Autozone and luckily my core was still there. Put them side by side and the new Duralast CV was 3 inches longer. They double checked the part and said it was the right part and that my truck must not be an '03! I bought in new with 27 miles on it from a dealer. Is there something I am missing? I want to replace the CVs along with the Hub. (was told hub was good for '01 - '06 or something like that so that shouldn't be an issue). Anyone know how to figure what year my truck really is so I can get this done!
Much appreciated!
Also, any opinions on Duralast Hubs?
2003 Ford Explorer Sport Track 4WD