a couple of points:
ive seen many a chirp, squeak, type sound caused by the anti rattle shims dragging on the rotor. also rust on the outer edge of the rotor hitting the caliper.
to remove the hub, I back the bolts out until there is 1/2" or so clearance to the knuckle, and use the socket with an extension to brace against the spring, axle housing, whatever is easiest, start the engine and turn the wheel. pops them right out. (this doesn't seem to work on the 1500's)
and IIRC the axle nut torque is 175#.