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zimmstoy · 11-24-2009, 11:24 PM

Hey all,

I am preparing to start some brake work on my 74 Full Time 4wd blazer. I have never done brakes on a 4wd and would like some tips. I have heard things from a few folks about a deep bolt that needs a special socket but that is about all. Any tips of the trade or tool advice would be much appreciated!

Thanks
Scott

*72lb4x4* · 11-25-2009, 12:38 AM

I have a 72 w/ D44 diffs. I think they are similar for quite a few years after that. I didn't need any special tools for the brake work, but finally got a puller to get the spindles off to do the ball joints. BTW, you might want to check the ball joints.

The manual said gently tap the spindles to remove them. Ha!

*2tons of fun* · 11-25-2009, 12:59 AM

you will need a 3/8" allen wrench for the brake caliper bolts

you will need a c clamp to compress the brake pistons back in.

if you are going to change the rotors you will need the hub/spindle nut socket, a pair of snap ring pliers.

zimmstoy · 11-25-2009, 01:03 AM

Is the hub/spindle nut socket something common I can get from the tool shop or parts store (can it be rented)

What is involved in checking / replacing the balljoints while this is all apart?

ghettoluxury · 11-25-2009, 01:06 AM

the socket can be bought at the parts store for about $10

zimmstoy · 11-25-2009, 01:07 AM

perfect. thanks!

11-24-2009, 11:24 PM	#1
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	Preparing to start brake work on my 74 4WD Hey all, I am preparing to start some brake work on my 74 Full Time 4wd blazer. I have never done brakes on a 4wd and would like some tips. I have heard things from a few folks about a deep bolt that needs a special socket but that is about all. Any tips of the trade or tool advice would be much appreciated! Thanks Scott

11-25-2009, 12:38 AM	#2
72lb4x4 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: DFW Posts: 1,427	Re: Preparing to start brake work on my 74 4WD I have a 72 w/ D44 diffs. I think they are similar for quite a few years after that. I didn't need any special tools for the brake work, but finally got a puller to get the spindles off to do the ball joints. BTW, you might want to check the ball joints. The manual said gently tap the spindles to remove them. Ha!

11-25-2009, 12:59 AM	#3
2tons of fun Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: galt ca, Posts: 749	Re: Preparing to start brake work on my 74 4WD you will need a 3/8" allen wrench for the brake caliper bolts you will need a c clamp to compress the brake pistons back in. if you are going to change the rotors you will need the hub/spindle nut socket, a pair of snap ring pliers.

11-25-2009, 01:03 AM	#4
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	Re: Preparing to start brake work on my 74 4WD Is the hub/spindle nut socket something common I can get from the tool shop or parts store (can it be rented) What is involved in checking / replacing the balljoints while this is all apart?

11-25-2009, 01:06 AM	#5
ghettoluxury Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Waynesfield Ohio Posts: 1,991	Re: Preparing to start brake work on my 74 4WD the socket can be bought at the parts store for about $10 __________________ 1949 Five Window, 1973 Step Side, 2000 Z71

11-25-2009, 01:07 AM	#6
zimmstoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 214	Re: Preparing to start brake work on my 74 4WD perfect. thanks!



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