HOW-TO: Hub Bearing Replacement Using Slide Hammer on Mazda RX-8

We show how to use a slide hammer rented from Advance Auto Parts to remove stubborn, rusted in front hub bearing assemblies from the knuckles of a Mazda RX-8. Any car with bolt-in hub assemblies is probably fairly similar. Many RX-8s and Miatas driven on salty roads are likely to need the persuasion of a good slide hammer. This video is a follow-on to my BMW Autocross video where the front left hub bearing gave out while racing. Sticky tires and frequent racing are known to cause RX-8 hub flange cracking. Mine might have manifested itself as a popping noise prior to cracking completely, so pay attention to funny popping sounds from the front end and be sure to inspect hubs regularly on cars that are raced on sticky tires. VIDEO OF THE FAILURE:    • MAZDA RX-8 | Mechanical Failure @ BMW Auto...   QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? LEAVE THEM BELOW. #51 Mazda RX-8 Summary 32mm Progress front swaybar Off-the-shelf Bilstein B14 PSS HKS Hi Power exhaust, Underdrive pulleys, Versatuner, RB REVi intake 255/40/17 Bridgestone RE-71RS on Enkei TS-V 17x9 +40 wheels #mazda #howto #diy #diyrepair #rx8 #mazdarx8 00:00 - What Broke? 00:37 - Inspecting the Hub Flange 01:04 - Beginning The Repair 01:57 - Attaching The Slide Hammer 03:07 - Using The Slide Hammer 05:22 - Disconnecting ABS Sensor Connector 06:16 - Hub Replacement Options and Other Repair Notes 09:01 - How Easy it SHOULD Be 09:23 - The CAUSE of and CURE for Seized-In Hubs