A2 wheel bearing tool
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philward
A2OC Donor
If you can't borrow one locally this is cheaper than paying labour, the job is done right and you have it for when the other side fails; https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/28510511...sphzOhHgL5rtt6J73gsTSEaA==|tkp:Bk9SR7ThudbYYQ
bye_bye_alfa
Member
I see these kits pop up from time to time, will the 85mm version work, or do you have to stick to the 72mm?
timmus
A2OC Donor
The bearing carrier (or ‘steering knuckle’, if you’d rather) has a 72mm bore into which the bearing is seated. An 85mm tool will not fit through a 72mm hole, meaning it cannot be used to change the A2’s bearings.
Cheers,
Tom
Sylvester
Member
I wonder how much wheel bearing change should cost? Cheers
philward
A2OC Donor
I don't know but if you assume £50 per hour for labour compared to the price of the tool I can't see how this can be done in a fraction over 1 hour. That is after you have found a garage that has the tool.
I had this job done by Audi, they kept the car three days. The first technician cracked the reluctor ring and they had to order a replacement bearing. The second bearing was fitted by a master technician who admitted it was a time consuming job.
Sylvester
Member
So DIY guys with basic knowledge, like oil change etc., shouldn't even try doing that job, even with the tools acquired? I hope this won't be an issue for a long time, I've been dealing with enough as it is, but it makes me wonder how'd I deal with it.
philward
A2OC Donor
It wouldn't stop me doing the job; but I would allocate a weekend for it and wouldn't be surprised if I had issues pulling the drive flange. I have a TDi and the splines are bonded into the flange.
I have a bit more experience than oil changes, also have heavy tools and an A2 manual on my hard drive. Also retired so if it beats me I don't have the problem of how to get to work on Monday.
Hi thanks for the replies.
I phoned a local Audi VW Skoda specialist and I asked for a quotation to change it and it was £295 + VAT and I asked him if they use the special tool and he said there is no special tool. They wold use a press and if any other garage said tit needed a special tool they are making it up and would be using a press. This do not fill me with confidence.
I had the same bearing changed by another garage about three years ago and that’s it noisy again so I suspect they didn’t use the tool either.
Now wondering the best course of action.
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I phoned a local Audi VW Skoda specialist and I asked for a quotation to change it and it was £295 + VAT and I asked him if they use the special tool and he said there is no special tool. They wold use a press and if any other garage said tit needed a special tool they are making it up and would be using a press. This do not fill me with confidence.
I had the same bearing changed by another garage about three years ago and that’s it noisy again so I suspect they didn’t use the tool either.
Now wondering the best course of action.
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Have you purchased this one and is it strong enough, it’s not like I’d be using it every day. If it’s up to the job then I think that’s the way I’ll proceed.
Thanks
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bye_bye_alfa
Member
I'm looking at this kit too at the moment.
I'll be renewing a lot of the front end parts in the coming couple of weeks hopefully.
I've just taken delivery of shockers all round, disc, pads drums etc.
Will be having a look at bushes etc and have a wheel bearing that's shot, so will be needing something for that.
I have got my hands on one of these, in anticipation,
Front Suspension Bush Removal
Have you seen this video, he uses one of those kits... looks OK to me (from 4.00 on).
VAGfront bearings
I'll be renewing a lot of the front end parts in the coming couple of weeks hopefully.
I've just taken delivery of shockers all round, disc, pads drums etc.
Will be having a look at bushes etc and have a wheel bearing that's shot, so will be needing something for that.
I have got my hands on one of these, in anticipation,
Front Suspension Bush Removal
Have you seen this video, he uses one of those kits... looks OK to me (from 4.00 on).
VAGfront bearings
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bye_bye_alfa
Member
How come it's never been used, shame it's sat there, is it looking for a new home? 
philward
A2OC Donor
I had a problem with seized front splash guards on a MK2 golf. Had to pull the flange to drill and coil the threads. Expected the same with the A2 so bought the tool. However got the screws with a cold chisel, tool therefore not used as yet.How come it's never been used, shame it's sat there, is it looking for a new home?
No, it quite likes its home here.