When to replace hub bearings in kit Masters?
When to replace hub bearings in kit Masters?
Kit Masters recommends that the hub bearings be replaced whenever the fan clutch is repaired or replaced. Often times, hub bearing failure leads to fan clutch failure. In these cases, replacing or repairing your fan clutch without replacing the hub bearings will damage your fan clutch and cause it to fail again.
When to replace hub bearings on a Kysor fan?
Always replace your hub bearings when repairing or replacing your Kysor-style fan clutch. A melted coupler (the black plastic piece that connects the clutch and hub together) is a clear sign of hub bearing failure. If the coupler opening is completely round instead of a rounded rectangle, this is an indicator of hub bearing failure.
What are the parts of the fan hub?
The first piece is the Fan Hub, which consists of an assembled pulley and mounting bracket. The second piece is the Fan Clutch, which turns on and off as needed to cool the engine. Part number 1093-XXXXX-XX refers to an entire BorgWarner-Style fan clutch assembly. It is for reference purposes only and not available for ordering.
How to wind off a fan pulley bearing?
To wind it off, hold the fan spanner and turn the shaft using the bar and hex tool CLOCKWISE as to undo the flange…Once it breaks the threadlock, wind it all the way of the shaft. This will reveal the bearing and more importantly the circlip which retains the bearing in the housing..
Always replace your hub bearings when repairing or replacing your Kysor-style fan clutch. A melted coupler (the black plastic piece that connects the clutch and hub together) is a clear sign of hub bearing failure. If the coupler opening is completely round instead of a rounded rectangle, this is an indicator of hub bearing failure.
Kit Masters recommends that the hub bearings be replaced whenever the fan clutch is repaired or replaced. Often times, hub bearing failure leads to fan clutch failure. In these cases, replacing or repairing your fan clutch without replacing the hub bearings will damage your fan clutch and cause it to fail again.
When do you need to replace a hub assembly?
You may also need to replace a hub assembly if the ABS sensor is damaged, which can cause your ABS warning light to come on. A wheel hub assembly holds your tires and rims in place, so a wheel bearing failure can quickly become dangerous.
The first piece is the Fan Hub, which consists of an assembled pulley and mounting bracket. The second piece is the Fan Clutch, which turns on and off as needed to cool the engine. Part number 1093-XXXXX-XX refers to an entire BorgWarner-Style fan clutch assembly. It is for reference purposes only and not available for ordering.
