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kipps · 10-05-2021, 07:42 PM

If it were me, I wouldn't bother trying to pull those bearings, but would cut them out instead. A die grinder would take a while, but would be reasonably controlled, and likely less frustrating than trying to pull them.

Slice the cage with the die grinder, and remove the rollers. Cut through the outer race, trying to minimize contact with the axle housing. Once you've cut the outer race completely through, it should practically fall out.

But I've never done this on that particular axle. I only speak from experience with other bearings that need to be extracted from blind holes.

10-05-2021, 07:42 PM	#41
kipps Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: North-central Virginia Posts: 1,099	Re: 14 bolt conversion to disc questions/options If it were me, I wouldn't bother trying to pull those bearings, but would cut them out instead. A die grinder would take a while, but would be reasonably controlled, and likely less frustrating than trying to pull them. Slice the cage with the die grinder, and remove the rollers. Cut through the outer race, trying to minimize contact with the axle housing. Once you've cut the outer race completely through, it should practically fall out. But I've never done this on that particular axle. I only speak from experience with other bearings that need to be extracted from blind holes. __________________ 1987 C6P V20 truck, 2010 LMG 5.3, AFM delete, 2010 Camaro exhaust manifolds, 1997 nv4500, 1991 np241c, hydroboost, 2005 14bff axle & driveshaft, drop-n-lock gooseneck, 4.10 gears, stock suspension, rims, and tires. Still a work in progress. Any questions or suggestions are welcome!