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Old 25-06-2008, 09:47 PM
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Smile changing front discs!

i have been trying to change the front discs but i just can't seem to get them off!

is this a common problem and can anyone offer any advice on how to get them off.

many thanks
Old 25-06-2008, 10:53 PM
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it all depends how long they have been on there, but they can seize on the hub you'll have to hit it with a mallit working around the disc and it will eventually come off,
You have removed the retaining screw i assume.
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As said after screw is out, hit the CENTRE of the disc, as I have found this to be a LOT more effective than clouting around the outside, they don't get very tight on sierra's compared with say a mondeo.
On some cars I have even had to saw through the disc splitting it in two, as this releives a lot of tension making it a lot easier, good luck.
I always use copper grease between hub disc to prevent a repeat performance, after thoroughly cleaning the hub face.
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Old 26-06-2008, 06:04 PM
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i will be honest i don't know nothing about a retaining screw can someone tell me where it is!

any pictures!

it doesn't say anything about a retaining screw in the manual.

just to confirm, it is a 1987 sierra rs cosworth 3 door.

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The screw is on the flat section of the disc onto which the wheel centre sits, it will be halfway between two of the studs sticking out if fitted.
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