RE: E30 rear Bearing replacement

["Fadeev, Alex" <alex.fadeev@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

b r [mailto:flybarons@domain.elided] wrote:
> 
> Need to replace the rear bearings on my 89 325i e30. 

Brad,
Unlike the front bearing replacement, rear E30 bearings are a poor candidate
for a DIY job. You need the bearing puller, air tools and likely a grinder
if the old bearing separates as you were pulling it out (more likely with
badly worn bearings like yours). 
I watched my mechanic swear through 3 hours of what should have been an hour
long rear bearing job. With all of the above tools!

> growling is too load and will soon cause great damage. I have
> one bearing and need to purchase a second as well as new wheel
> bearing nuts.

You need only one inner bearing for the rear. 
Not sure what 'new wheel bearing nuts' are.

alex f

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