Need some HELP with Rear Wheel Bearing Removal and Replacement

[CyncySpyder]

OK folks, this is where we currently are. Have a flat tire on Teds Red Sled and figured since It's got to be replaced, might as well go ahead and replace the bearings and seals as well, since we're over 34,000 miles now. I have never done any type of wrenching like this before, but do to financial constraints, am attempting to do this myself, and am learning alot along with gaining much frustration. With my buddie's & Coz's help, we were finally able to get the rear Hitch Bolt and Axle removed (after almost a week of stuggling) thus allowing me to get as far as I am now. I have all the needed parts (bearings and seals) minus tires, on order and they should be in I'm hoping by Tuesday or Wednesday. I do have the MidWest Repair Manual on disc but am finding it a little frustrating as I don't have a prior knowledge base to refer to, so when it says to "REMOVE SEAL" or "REMOVE CIRCLIP" and thats all that it states, without any other explanation of "HOW TO" do this or what tools are needed to do so, with limited exceptions. I know for those of you that are experienced wrenches, this must sound pretty silly on my part. But I'd much rather sound silly and get good advice than "ASSume" I can just tear into something, only to find out later that I was wrong and then ending up costing much more to replace something that originally wouldn't need replacing if I had done it right in the first place. And YES, I have done so many searches on here that I'm tired of reading thread after thread after thread, so that's why I decided to start my own, and once finished, I plan on putting together a step by step process including all tools that are needed in the hopes of helping those like me, that are limited in their wrenching knowledge but are willing to try and learn. The SpyderLovers Forum is second to none when it comes to all the experienced and knowledgeable members that are willing to share their knowledge, and Teddy & I are proud to be a part of it and thank you all for any advice you can offer.

So, with all that said, can anyone tell me my next HOW TO from where I am. The manual says to remove the seals, do I just use a screw driver and muscle them out, or is there some other way? Since the MidWest Manual is in PDF form, it won't allow me to copy and paste, or I'd list it here how it shows word for word, but thats not an option. So, if someone can detail a HOW TO for me, I'd really appreciate it.

Dave n Teddy~

 

[docdoru]

From here you need the blind hole puller kit (529 039 117).

 

[CyncySpyder]

Thanks doc & I saw that video, BUT I'M NOT There Yet, how do I remove the seal?

From here you need the blind hole puller kit (529 039 117)

I rented a Blind Hole Puller Kit shown in the pics I posted above, but I'm not to that point yet, hence the reason for my post, do I just use a screwdriver or pliers and pop or muscle the seal out that I believe is above the bearing? Then, that round threaded piece Lamont is showing in his video, where does that come from. Is that a tool that he made, or is that part of the bearing assembly inside? Sorry to be so clueless here, just trying to learn and do it right. Thanks for your reply.

 

[r1100rider]

I rented a Blind Hole Puller Kit shown in the pics I posted above, but I'm not to that point yet, hence the reason for my post, do I just use a screwdriver or pliers and pop or muscle the seal out that I believe is above the bearing? Then, that round threaded piece Lamont is showing in his video, where does that come from. Is that a tool that he made, or is that part of the bearing assembly inside? Sorry to be so clueless here, just trying to learn and do it right. Thanks for your reply.

Snap rings require a pr of snap ring pliers there internal and external type and I made the tool to get large thread ring out it was simple made it out of a piece of flat bar and ground to fit and the seals can be pryed out I used my m/c tire irons since they aren't sharp so I wouldn't gouge the wheel hope this helps take pics and lay everything out in order it come off to help with order on reassembly

 

[CyncySpyder]

NOT used to ask'n for help. DocRiverside called me & explained what I needed-Thanks

When you grow up being the youngest of a large family, and being expected to be the Care-Taker, your used to being the one that always has the answers, and NOT the one needing help.

DocRiverside has helped us before, and has our number and saw my post and just decided to call me. I never thought to call him as I was afraid I would be interrupting or bothering him, and he let me know that that wouldn't be the case & to call anytime I had a question:bowdown: He actually just went thru all this himself not to long ago and even fashioned some of his own tools to help aid in the removal and re-install of the bearings, along with also having a sonic meter for measuring the belt tension, which I hadn't even thought ahead to yet, and after we talked, he's putting them all in the mail for us:bowdown:

:bowdown::firstplace:I've said it before & I'll say it again, SpyderLovers are 2nd to none:firstplace::bowdown:

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As we talked, he told me how to remove the seals, as they just pop out with a screwdriver and the sprocket to my surprise, just litterally pulls off by hand:shocked:that shocked the hell out of me, but true. On the opposite side of the sprocket, I noticed there was NO O-Ring or gasket under the seal, but there was alot of debris that looked like corroded rust as you can see in these pics:yikes:

What do y'all think:dontknow: 34,000 miles now, had rear tire replaced by dealer at 21,000. I don't recall if they replaced the rear bearings, but I'm a little surprised at what I found. Haven't really noticed any issues or problems with it though, so maybe I caught this before it had a chance to do any harm:dontknow::shocked::lecturef_smilie: You can click on the pics to see a larger version:shocked:

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[BLUEKNIGHT911]

your rear wheel

Dave, good luck with this project.....and considering what we went thru at S.I.T.A. I'm not surprised that the inside of your wheel looks like it does......I'm going to check mine now that I've seen your's......:thumbup:...Mike

 

[exwinger]

Grubby inside

Being you ride in just about every kind of imaginable weather I'm surprised it looks that good. Probably a very good idea that you checked now and can do some cleanup and save yourself a major headache down the road. Congrats on not being afraid to tackle the job . Have you used up all your "vocabulary " yet ?? Lol

 

[kinggeek]

I see you are getting braver. Good luck and keep us posted on how it goes.

 

[Schnauzer]

I see your getting help. keep in mind the seal is suppose to keep out debri. It is wise to fill the inside lip with grease to keep condensation moisture from creating what you see now.