A related question please... I had been thinking of doing this stuff myself, but I found out a LBS of good repute will do it all and more (new hub bearings) for $180. I've been riding through mud, water and rain for three months now, so I'd like to get this stuff done as soon as yesterday. I don't want this BB seizing in my new frame!

What tools would I need to accomplish what we've talked about here....headset removal and treatment as suggested, bottom bracket, etc. Any estimate of total cost of parts, and the general difficulty of doing it correctly for a first-time newb?

Thanks!