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2001 Ford Escort Galled rotors

Tiny
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  • 2001 FORD ESCORT
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I've repaired many cars in my time and this one has me ready to get the cutting tools. One of the front rotors will not come off the hub - I've used a lethal combo of WD-40, PB blaster, prying, hammerring (bad), heating, using the proper pry-off bolt in the rotor tapped hole and still no movement. I'll be looking for a big 3-jaw puller tomorrow but I honestly think it won't work. Any other ideas? My plan is to cut down a flat section and drill a hole between the rotor and hub mating surfaces, then drive in a wedge to separate them. Any similar experience? Thanks!
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Monday, July 20th, 2009 AT 11:56 PM

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Tiny
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LOL. Sorry for that. This is a common issue with these fords. The only way to get it off is to beat it off with a hammer. PB Blaster is the best thing to spray on it. Also, if you have spent less than 1 hour of banging on it with a 2 pound sledge hammer then you haven't spent enough time on it.I wouldn't use the prying method you described, you'll probably bend something.I spent 3 hours and 45 minutes on one (JUST ONE) of these fine developments of the Ford Motor Company. When you do finally get it off, put some never seize on the hub.
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Tuesday, July 21st, 2009 AT 2:33 AM

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