1533 bearing removeal

[jeremi3210 742]

What is the best way to remove a 1533 bearing without wrecking it?

[WH854 45]

What is the best way to remove a 1533 bearing without wrecking it?

Slide Hammer Pilot Bearing Remover

Chas

[sorekiwi 761]

I normally use a small slide hammer with 2 jaws on the end of it. I think I have also knocked them out with a long drift down through the axle tube.

Keep in mind that it is not very good practice to remove them this way, by hitting them on the inner race (while the outer race is tight in the housing) you run the risk of putting a small flat spot on the balls or in the races. But it is unavoidable in this case.

[stevasaurus 23,252]

I have had success using a pneumatic hammer with a sharp spade bit...popped them right out with no damage. :)