I cant remove the bolts that hold the "shield" that holds the sensor and hub in place... someone said t45 torx but a t55 is fitting in fine... i tried heating it w a torch to no avail how do i get these things off?

Heat is a good idea. Also, try PB (Power Blaster) penetrating oil. Try to get it under the head of the bolt behind the dust shield. Tap the T-55 torx driver into the socket head of the bolt to encourage the penetration of the oil. Let it sit for at least thirty minutes and preferably overnight.

I use a 3/8" male to 1/2" drive female adapter on a Lisle T-55 tool, and spin 'em out with my impact wrench. You may be able to rent an electric impact wrench locally. Otherwise, just use a good, stout extension and a breaker bar with a cheater pipe.

Whichever method you try, make sure the socket on each cap screw is completely cleaned out and the T-55 tool is fully seated and stays fully seated when you apply the torque. The socket is not very deep to start with, and if you are not all the way in with the tool, you are likely to break the driver or strip the head.

When all else fails, drill or grind out the head of the cap screws. The socket head will give you a nice center.

Techinfo Article on How to Replace a Front Hub

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I had to use a 1/2" breaker with the T-55 and a 24" extension 'cheater' pipe to screw the 94's off.
70 ft-lbs tight but 200 to remove.

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