Wheel bearings

JacPowell · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 04 May 2010 Karma :

Anybody got any tips on how to remove wheel bearings ? Dont want too be paying through the roof for a tool thats going to be used twice in its life,
Thanks,
Jac

That_Hornet · World Chat Champion Joined: 23 Apr 2009 Karma :

Bit of drift. I use a old weight bar that i cut up. Seen hammer handles, brooms etc. Just to knock it out.

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JacPowell · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 04 May 2010 Karma :

Cheers for replies just had a look at the blind bearing pullers and there not too expensive actually.

You know your probably right actually no doubt if i did get one someone would want too borrow it next week so i might aswell.

All the Best,
Jac

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MaybeGuy · Super Spammer Joined: 12 Mar 2007 Karma :

lol ''proper tools''
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Phoenix · Twisted Firestarter Joined: 01 Aug 2002 Karma :

I usually just use the rear wheel spindle for the rear wheel bearings. The sleeve in the middle of the wheel can be knocked aside then just get the end of the spindle flat on the bearing and give it quick taps with a hammer. Front wheel you can use anything strong and flat lying around as the wheel centre is so narrow, a 1/2" socket extender bar is good.

hondapartsman · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 13 May 2010 Karma :

I use a piece of rod, never had a problem, just make sure there's no bearing retainer. Not many bikes use those but I've know of people not look and bang away for ages, it there is a bearing retainer then getting that out without breaking it is a whole other issue.
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..... · Quote Me Happy Joined: 15 Jan 2005 Karma :

I use a nice length of metal rod with a nice edge to it. Heat the hub as well to help them drop out and freeze the new bearings before putting them in.

G · The Voice of Reason Joined: 02 Feb 2002 Karma :

I have a blind bearing puller but don't use it most of the time.

An appropriate drift, ideally with a slight lip. Once you've got it to move slightly, you can usually get the middle spacer tube to move over enough that it doesn't take long for the rest.