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[dean333]

That picture in post # 20 looks like it’s pulling off center, I believe the pressure should be equal to all sides to get it to release.

[RalphG]

Originally Posted by dean333

That picture in post # 20 looks like it’s pulling off center, I believe the pressure should be equal to all sides to get it to release.

Yes you are right but I tried the easiest method first thinking it would come apart as easy as the ones on the 52. Its like this one is welded together.

[rich b]

In olden times, we hooked a chain to one lug stud, looped it thru the removed tire, hooked the other end to another stud, and then swung the tire which acted as a slide hammer.

Was younger, stronger, and tool poorer back then.

Now-a-days, I have a slide hammer with a couple different flange adapters.

[bobH]

Originally Posted by cas3

Have you got a slide hammer?

In my opinion, this is the tool for the job. I can't imagine doing the job without this tool....

[petehoovie]

Originally Posted by bobH

In my opinion, this is the tool for the job. I can't imagine doing the job without this tool....

[RalphG]

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Originally Posted by bobH

In my opinion, this is the tool for the job. I can't imagine doing the job without this tool....

I agree but I hate to borrow tools almost as much as I hate to buy one to only use it once. I'm considering Rich B's method above because all I have tried so far results in no movement.

[cas3]

Be carful just bolting a chain on there Ralph, its easy to bend one of the studs

[rich b]

Maybe check and see if your local parts store has a tool rental program.

O'Reilly's here has the flange and slide hammer for free rental.

If you are concerned with the studs; cut a couple chunks of 1/4 x 2 angle and drill both legs. Bolt one leg tightly to the flange and the chain to the other repeat on another stud and go to town.

[cas3]

Princess auto, the Napa of Canada, no slide hammer?

[RalphG]

Originally Posted by cas3

Princess auto, the Napa of Canada, no slide hammer?

Yes, and I just found out my brother has one so I'll be borrowing that one to try out. I'm a little doubtful if that bearing will come out in one piece considering how hard it is stuck in there but we shall see.