New rotors, old hub...

hemi71x said

JAndrea
I like your method using the old rotor, on the bottom of the new one, using it to press in the new studs.
That's a good idea, that i never thought of, doing it that way.
I have been using 8 X 4 X 1 inch metal plates under the hub, then the arms, on the hydraulic press.
If i ever hafta do another rebuild job on a Kelsey Hayes disc brake set up, for resale purposes, I'm gonna, hafta, try your method.
Learned this old man here, something new tonight.
Thank's for the pictures.
Jim V.
hemi71x

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Thanks Jim! It really worked slick. I messed around for a few minutes trying to stack plates, etc... then thought of this. It really does pay to keep the old parts around for just these kinds of reasons.

Not exactly sure what method I’ll use to press in the new bearings. I’m thinking the old race/bearings but I don’t want to get the old ones wedged inside as well. I have some big sockets that might work, but ideally I’d have an entire set of thick washers with varying diameter. Any tips?

Bearings are in the freezer right now.