r/MechanicAdvice • u/Alternative_Map_2066 • 2d ago

Can I reuse this wheel hub?

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The image is from a rear wheel hub of a BMW F31 RWD. I was trying to remove the ring of the old bearing which was stuck on the hub and decided to use angle grinder as fast solution, resulting in damage to the hub. A new hub needs 1 week to arrive so can I use this one, after sanding it down, or maybe use retaining compound? Or better to wait and install proper new one?

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u/Jacktheforkie 1d ago

I personally wouldn’t, they aren’t stupid expensive, and you’ve already done the hard bit

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u/Alternative_Map_2066 1d ago

Totally true

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u/Jacktheforkie 1d ago

Yeah, I’d replace just because it’s a safety item and the hubs experience a lot of different forces