QUOTE(FourBlades @ Nov 19 2013, 10:55 PM)
QUOTE(Cap'n Krusty @ Nov 19 2013, 08:36 PM)
In the end, installation technique makes the biggest difference, hands down.
The Cap'n
I like how the Pelican article says you need to use the Brute Strength and Ignorance (BS&I) method to remove the old bearing...
From the Pelican article it seems like pressing on the outer race of the bearing to install the bearing into the trailing arm, and then only pressing on the inner race when installing the hub are keys to not damaging the new bearing.
Anything else to watch for?
John
Think about the bearing and its construction, along with all the friction and force you create while installing the unit.
When pressing it into the hub, all the friction is on the outer race.
If you press on the inner race, you stand a very good chance of twisting, bending, or racking the bearing.
Then, when you go to install the inner stub axle, all the friction is on the inside of the inner race....
So, hold that in place when pressing.
I remove the trailing arm, bring it to the press, and do it there.
Rich