pressing in the front wheel bearings, what do I use, what do I grease? Options

[914 RZ-1]

1. I need to press in the front wheel bearings. Can I just use a big socket and tap/hit them in? Is there a better way? I do not have a press.

2. What do I grease? I'm assuming a pack it in the bearings, but do I put grease anywhere else? Do I pack these before or after I press them in?





Thanks!
-Jeff
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[914 RZ-1]

I removed the old ones from the late rotor, cut them and used them to press the new races in place (like in the video). I used a big impact socket and a piece of steel rod as well. The cut allowed me to squeeze it with pliers or use a screwdriver to get it out after it seated the new race.

I didn't want to buy a $40 tool set I'd use infrequently.

I have a lathe; maybe I'll make a tool for next time. I didn't want to spend the time this time since I need to get this done so the wife can have the garage back.

Thanks everyone! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)