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  1. #1 What size socket for rear axle nut (bearing replacement) 
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    ... Or is there one on the rear? For fronts I see people mention different sizes like 32.33,35mm sockets.... What is it for sure. Car is a 2007 GT
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    Stock is a 33 but all after market ones CV shafts have a 35. Or at least all the ones I bought
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    Thanks my front bearings are fine. It's just the rear passenger side....
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    no axle nuts on the rear hubs, take the tire off, the brakes, and un bolt it, dont over look the abs plug.

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    Oh ok good. Do I need a bearing puller or just my trusty 1lb ball peen
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    Hammer works...how many miles are on them
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    Yeah you have to beat on them for a hot minute and they will come out.

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    Hope I don't break one of my own nuts doing it.... (aka vasectomy a couple days ago, but need car for weekend and must do it... So LOUD now)
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    Heck for piece of mind u could grab a puller from am auto parts store...they rent tools for free
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