Removal of Hanger/carrier Bearing - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

*Zilverado* · 10-10-2003, 09:13 AM

So I finally broke down and bought a new hanger (carrier) bearing for the split drive shaft on my '86. The rubber around the existing one is BADLY worn - I can move the shaft around probably 1/2".

So, before I start, are there any tricks to doing this? I assume it's not a big deal, but I thought I'd ask. I've had the bearing and shaft down before, but never separated the bearing from the shaft.

Thanks in advance.

**old Rusty C10** · 10-10-2003, 05:59 PM

i was set to do this on my truck and was told the thing needs to be pressed on and off so until i find a place with a press large enough to accomodate the driveshaft,ive been holding off. keep us posted if ya get it done on your own

86-C10-V6 · 10-10-2003, 08:57 PM

After I hammered on mine for 2 hours without result, I took my drive shaft with the new bearing to an axle and driveshaft shop.
The bearing usually has to be cutoff with a torch and the new one pressed on with a press.
Cost me about $20, was well worth it.

*Zilverado* · 10-10-2003, 09:30 PM

What? A shop??? That's almost a 4-letter word around here???

I've heard that it might take a torch to get it off. I've got one of these and might give it a try. But if I have to bring it in to get installed anyway, I might just have them do it all - arggghhh.

Thanks - I'll keep you posted.

C-10volvo · 10-11-2003, 02:10 AM

it took me a torch to get it off and on.

10-10-2003, 09:13 AM	#1
Zilverado Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 798	Removal of Hanger/carrier Bearing So I finally broke down and bought a new hanger (carrier) bearing for the split drive shaft on my '86. The rubber around the existing one is BADLY worn - I can move the shaft around probably 1/2". So, before I start, are there any tricks to doing this? I assume it's not a big deal, but I thought I'd ask. I've had the bearing and shaft down before, but never separated the bearing from the shaft. Thanks in advance.

10-10-2003, 05:59 PM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	i was set to do this on my truck and was told the thing needs to be pressed on and off so until i find a place with a press large enough to accomodate the driveshaft,ive been holding off. keep us posted if ya get it done on your own __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

10-10-2003, 08:57 PM	#3
86-C10-V6 Shadetree Mechanic Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Youngsville, NC Posts: 100	After I hammered on mine for 2 hours without result, I took my drive shaft with the new bearing to an axle and driveshaft shop. The bearing usually has to be cutoff with a torch and the new one pressed on with a press. Cost me about $20, was well worth it. __________________ Dave M. (Hacksaw) 86 C10 Scottsdale LWB, 4.3L, Edelbrock 1904, K&N, 700R4, 3.08 Auburn Performance 89 GMC S-15 Extended Cab 4x4, 4.3L, FI 98 K1500 Xcab, 5.7L, 3.43 Gov-Lok

10-11-2003, 02:10 AM	#5
C-10volvo Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon Posts: 1,028	it took me a torch to get it off and on. __________________ Ken Morgan For fun: 1964 Volvo 122 For slow: 1984 Chevrolet C-10 For everything else: 1997 BMW M3

10-10-2003, 09:30 PM	#4
Zilverado Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 798	What? A shop??? That's almost a 4-letter word around here??? I've heard that it might take a torch to get it off. I've got one of these and might give it a try. But if I have to bring it in to get installed anyway, I might just have them do it all - arggghhh. Thanks - I'll keep you posted.



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