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07-28-2012, 09:22 AM
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bearing removal problem
it looks like the spacer is going to make removal of the back bearing problematic. i have a clymer and see what theyre saying to do, but i dont see it happenin. any tips?
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07-28-2012, 10:27 AM
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Re: bearing removal problem
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08-04-2012, 08:49 AM
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Re: bearing removal problem
The spacer slides around enough to facilitate getting your drift through to tap from the other side. Warming the hub with a heat gun makes the job a lot easier. make sure you remove the clip on one side, and reinstall the new bearing and spacer in the right order.
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08-04-2012, 09:00 AM
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Re: bearing removal problem
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08-04-2012, 09:06 AM
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Re: bearing removal problem
i use bearing ID specific collets and a slide hammer to remove the bearings...the spacer in the middle is not designed to move around....otherwise it would fall out of placement when pulling the axle...
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08-06-2012, 06:17 PM
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Re: bearing removal problem
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You can use a "drift" or punch. My spacer was a little seized, but working it with the punch as leverage you can get it to move enough to catch the edge of the bearing to knock it out. A word of caution: make sure you install the bearings in the correct order that allow the spacer to go back in..don't ask me how I know this.. you have a 50/50 chance if you aren't paying attention.. I lost at those odds.. had to order another bearing.. |
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08-06-2012, 10:47 PM
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Re: bearing removal problem
yes the hub is cast with little nubs inside that locate the spacer but let it move enough for bearing service. Also inspect the spacer when you have it out to see that it hasn't been mushroomed from bozo's that over tighten the axle. The klr spacer is pretty tough steel so not usually a problem but it's good practice. If the spacer is only a little bit short from abuse you'll have a bike that eats wheel bearings. Also if you find the cush hub bearing doesn't last long you may be running the chain too tight.
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