Confusion about hub/rotor removal
I need to replace the driver's side front brake disk on my '85 300TD (wagon).
I read a few posts here that lead me to believe that just a big hammer was required to remove the hub/rotor.
But the factory manual I have suggests removing the hub cap and then loosening a hex screw. It has pictures of exotic tools that look expensive. I see no way of removing the hub cap without these exotic tools.
I removed the tire and caliper. I banged on the rotor with a hammer with no success. The rotor appears rusted to the hub. Wouldn't these come off as one piece if rusted together? The hub will not budge. It feels like something else is holding the hub.
Am I missing something?
Thanks in advance,
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JWJ
1983 MB 300D - > 430,000 miles - Deep Blue - Bilstein Comforts - 0-60 in 24 seconds - 27MPG
1985 MB 300TD (wagon) - > 275,000 miles - Manila Beige - Thule rack - 0-60 in 18 seconds - 22 - 25MPG
Biodiesel, Mobil Delvac 1, and Viton fuel lines!
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