Cee245 754 #1 Posted May 15, 2018 Ok, I have a couple dumb questions... I need to replace my front wheel bearings on my 416, I have the new bearings... What tools are needed? And any tips are great! Thanks Cory Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daveoman1966 3,612 #2 Posted May 15, 2018 Use a long extension bar and insert thru one side... make it bottom against the opposite side bearing and tap the bearing out with small hammer. Flip over dnad do the same for other side. To install, just lightly tap in place with a wood mallet of 2x4 blockk. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cee245 754 #3 Posted May 15, 2018 Thanks @daveoman1966. I tried using a craftsman 6" 3/8 extension like usual but I couldn't get a bite on the bearing... and fyi, these are the spindles and 8" wheels I bought from you about 2 yrs ago. Thanks again bud 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,826 #4 Posted May 16, 2018 I concur with Dave. Removing the bearings just requires some force using a long screw driver or other implement. Then replacement is simply tap in new bearing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,828 #5 Posted May 16, 2018 I find a tapered pin punch works well. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cee245 754 #6 Posted May 16, 2018 Thanks guys! It ended up being really easy once I used the right tool... I did notice a very small amount of play in the spindles. Are there bushings in there? If so, anyone have a favorite place to order or the part number? Thanks Cory Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,147 #7 Posted May 16, 2018 No bushings in the front axle for the spindles 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skipper 1,788 #8 Posted May 16, 2018 If you have play in the spindles, you really only have tree options. 1. live with it. 2. find a front axle with no slip. 3. ream out the axle and insert bushings, perhaps with new spindles as they also get worn when the axle starts to go. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cee245 754 #9 Posted May 16, 2018 Appreciate the info fellas... I never noticed it before I replaced the Wheel bearings. It is a very small amount of play. Has anyone here done as @Skipper suggests on option 3? (Put bushings on the spindles) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skipper 1,788 #10 Posted May 16, 2018 (edited) Pull the spindle and clean it out, then you get a better idea of the wear. Yes it has been done, and if you search you will find a thread about it. I will see if I can locate it in a bit Here is ONE thread about it. You can find more.: You should be aware that they were not absolutely play free from new. Dont rule them dead because of a little play, but of cause they will be better and last longer with no play Edited May 16, 2018 by Skipper 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 15,935 #11 Posted May 16, 2018 3 hours ago, Cee245 said: Has anyone here done as @Skipper suggests on option 3? (Put bushings on the spindles) Did a few. I used a 7/8" construction reamer and a drill. inserted 7/8 OD x 3/4 ID bronze bushings. Drilled a hole in the bushings for the grease zerk too 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 3,462 #12 Posted May 17, 2018 Just be aware that boring these axles out requires a lot of skill and practice if you're going to do this by hand - the best method is with a milling machine or a very heavy duty drill press. Some of the axles I've rebuilt have had a very large amount of wear - those must be corrected before the job is complete to keep the steering geometry correct. Otherwise, the wheels end up with some nasty camber and it will show - not to mention wear the tires quickly. Once you go with bronze or brass bushings it makes the axle rebuildable much easier and will prolong its lifespan - there is no reason to toss a worn axle since they can be repaired. Only so many parts left out there, we need to save all we can or eventually, the hobby will die off. Sarge 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cee245 754 #13 Posted May 17, 2018 (edited) Thanks for the replies... I think I'd be in over my head as far as perfectly fixing the spinal play... it isn't anything that worries me. Just noticed a tiny amount of play that apparently was designed that way. @daveoman1966, I have a small bit of play in the steering wheel. You actually showed me how to fix and I don't remember now... I have good tie rods spindles bearings ect. Thanks Cory Sorry, I have a medical condition called CRS. Lol Edited May 17, 2018 by Cee245 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites