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Front Hub Removal - themaces - 15-10-2024
I know Hub Removal has been on earlier threads but I'm just having a check of understanding as I think I'm using the correct tool and correct procedure.
I'm on the front axle and have removed the outer hub using the extractor. Once clear, I removed the split pin and nut and the outer bearing and distance piece slid off the shaft. But this is where I'm now stuck: I've replaced the outer hub and wheel nuts and tried again with the extractor but the inner hub will not shift; the more I tighten the extractor, the more distortion I will create in the hub casting.
So... Do I need to start using a hammer? If so, where is best to hit? Or have I missed something?
Grateful for your advice on this please?
Chris
RE: Front Hub Removal - "Slack Alice" Simon - 16-10-2024
Perhaps Loctite has been used to hold the bearing in place.
In which case heat may help, if a severe grade has been used, quite a lot of heat will be required.
Usually, fronts come off with not a lot of effort., hammer not needed.
Make sure the extractor is well on the threads, they are easily damaged.
RE: Front Hub Removal - stuartu - 16-10-2024
I notice your Chummy is 1925. It may be that it has the earlier stub axles in which case the inner bearing has a tapered seat which may prove stubborn. As Simon says, Loctite may be involved.
I would assume that if the inner bearing is tight on an unloctited taper one might have to act as one would with a rear hub bearing, do the extractor up firmly then give its bolt a sharp tap. However, the only such hubs I have came apart quite easily so I do not speak from direct experience.
Regards,
Stuart