H3 Wheel hub

[samiamakasamuel]

I have a 06 Hummer H3 I need to change the wheel hub assembly. Can anyone tell me any information on it. Like we’re to buy one. What to look for when buying one because I’ve seen some that have a sensor and some don’t. And how hard is it the change out. Any info will be appreciated


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[rascole]

I used ACDelco from Amazon. It comes with ABS sensor and it is not difficult at all to change. If you can change your brakes you can change a hub. Only 4 additional bolts.

 

[cgalpha08]

Buy OEM, rock auto has them, amazon.

Will probably need a hammer or something to use some force on the old one the get it out.

 

[RamRod]

I bought one from Rock auto and had to pay a shop to press the old one out it was in there to bad

 

[samiamakasamuel]

So is it better to buy just the bearing and press it out my self. I️ have a press. Or just buy a $70 hub assembly?


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[mjferencak]

I don't know if anyone has rebuilt the hub assembly. The press is used to remove wheel hub assembly from the knuckle. Hopefully you won't have to use a press but a few shots of WD40 or other penetration lubricant will help with removal of the hub assembly from the knuckle.

Take wheel off, take brake caliper and rotor off, disconnect ABS sensor, unbolt front axle nut, unbolt the three bolts holding the hub assembly to the knuckle, pull hub assembly out (hammer or press if it's in there good).

If you use a press don't press on the front drive axles. You'll run the risk of tearing the boot like i did.

 

[rascole]

Only comes as a complete unit. Far easier to replace than rebuild anyways. If it is stuck from road rust soak it with PB Blaster or some other penetrant, block of wood and a 5 lb hammer. Mine came out with a few taps with a rubber mallet.

 

[08H3]

The first one I replaced was seized. I tried everything I had at my disposal and had to take it in and have it pressed out. I've always reassembled and used plenty of antiseize and haven't had an issue on any subsequent replacements. Good luck. Prepare for a fight, but hope for the best if it's never been off before.

 

[4speedfunk]

If you stoop to the cry & pry method...expect to mangle the dust shield. Be prepared to buy a new one or leave it off.


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[Traxx]

I just drive a chisel between the knuckle and hub on the tough ones, breaks right free. Just don't miss with the hammer or you need a new dust shield.

 

[Happy Hummer]

If this is your first time and you live any where near corrosion producing environment be prepared for the hurt locker lol!
I've done four of the hubs to date and the most recent one this season took 3 hours to beat, cuss and whack out.
Another couple to put back together due to all the corrosion. WI. The winters are horrible on cars.

I use only quality parts with limited life time or multiple year warranty. Timken. Moog. etc...
Don't use eBay hubs on your Hummer H3. There good for a winter beater or plow truck but not long drive, daily interstate or stop and go city.

Chris

 

[napalmsticks]

Rent a big slide hammer, it came right off with mine.