Hi, I am not very mechanically inclined but was wondering how challenging it would be to replace a front wheel bearing on my 1998 V70 and if I should just take it to a shop how much would/should they charge?

Thanks!

 

just did my v70 front bearings - easy for me as I have a fully equipped shop. the bearing is sold as a unit with the front hub, which means that the knuckle needs to come off. Probably not the best project for someone who describes himself as not very mech. inclined. If you would like to know more, the UK version of the Haynes manual has good instructions. I can't help you with cost, but I believe each bearing/hub (I did both sides) was in the neighborhood of $100. good luck!

 

Maybe this link can help you http://volvospeed.com/Repair/FWDbearingHub.php

 

excellent info. I don't think I'll be able to handle it, but thank you so much for showing me exactly what I would have gotten myself into!

 

discovered that the problem is actually the right front spring mount--would this be equally challenging as far as a do-it-yourself repair?

 

Here is DIY how to replace whole strut on 850 so you can see how much work it is
http://members.shaw.ca/heeeeee/strut/

http://images.google.com/imgres?imgu...a%3DG%26um%3D1