I'm a newbie and have been spending a lot of time reading thru this forum. I've got a new to me 1998 Tacoma 4X4 and need to rebuild the Aisin hubs. I'm comfortable with the tear down/rebuild process, but want some tips on cleaning all the parts once they have been disassembled. I don't have a parts cleaner. What's the best/easiest/cheapest way for me to clean these parts at home? Also, I've read about people using different types of lube for reassembly. I know not to over lube, but what's better? MP grease, aerosol white lithium?

 

Go to the parts store, and get either a parts washer that comes in a paint can looking container or get a couple cans of break cleaner.

As far a greese goes, just use your favorite wheel bearing grease.

 

This might help http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/mainte...d/hub_rebuild/ - They might say something about what to clean with. Usually I just use a paper towel, as I only have Moly grease that got in there.

 

Brake Clean. Solvent tank. Or parts washer. Most people only have access to the first one

 

Thanks for the tips!!! I'm anxious to get them cleaned up and working again.

 

this one doesn't have a cleaning solvent in it, but is a good reference for what you are wanting to do.

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...ild-up-158644/