John,
If I'm following you correctly here, the two bolts that look different from
the others are the bolts to assist in the removal of the axle. Back off the
nut that is up next to the cap and then screw it in and it will force the
axle out. Do this only after you have removed the nuts off the axle studs.
You don't have to jack up the wheel. You should have two gaskets and a seal
to replace the ones that are there now. Possibly the seal is still good but
I would replace it since your there and it is easy to do.
I think your biggest problem is going to be the removal of the broken stud.
If it's flush with the face of the hub then drilling and re taping or maybe
an easy out might work. Problem with using an easy out is if it breaks off
then drilling is next to impossible. If it's broke off with the face of the
axle flange then when that is removed you should have 3/8" or so to get a
hold of. In that case, I would probably attempt removing it with a pair of
vice grips and possibly some heat.
You won't have to repack the wheel bearings because removal of them is not
necessary. However, if I were doing this job I would probably do it at
this time anyway unless you know they are not in need of it. Also, if I were
to put a lot of heat to the stud to remove it, I would remove, clean and re
pack the bearings due to frying some of the grease inside the hub. You will
have to jack up the wheel if you remove the wheel bearing because they are
what is supporting the weight.
Hopefully this will help you,
Randy Baker
Clayton, CA
Call me if you wish: 925-766-0600
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