looking to either change or turn my rear driver side rotor. Looks more complicated than just a standard car. Do I need to uncouple the half shafts to remove? Just looking for some counsel for a first time challenge. DC
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You do'nt only have to remove the rear U-joint but also take the wheel shaft out of the hub. To do this, you must unscrew the slotted nut with a special socket (be careful, normally on the left it is a reverse pitch) and remove the shaft which is force-fitted into the bearings. It's not really an easy job and I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner.
René4406 is correct…
also you may want to add a grease Nippel on the bottom shaft (my left shaft was rusted very badly ) and the mod to use bolts as Studs helps tremendously with reinstalling the swaybar! … new wheel bearing my be in order too..
minimum thickness per DeTomaso is 17.5 mm for the rear disc
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Normally you need to disassemble the entire rear upright to get at the rotor.
Dave, are you feeling a vibration from the driver’s side rear and think you have a warped rotor? It’s more likely to be axle bearings. It’s pretty easy to diagnose. Just lift that corner off the ground, grab the tire at 12:00 and 6:00 and try to rock it back and forth. While you’re looking around in that area, how are your u-joints, upper ball joints and lower shafts? Considering the amount of work required to replace a rotor (or bearings, axle, etc.), do yourself a favour … it’s time to rebuild your rear uprights / stub axle assemblies. If the driver’s side needs attention, the passenger side is probably not far behind.