How do I choose a bearing puller?
How to choose the right puller?
- If the part to be removed is seated on a shaft and is freely accessible from the outside, you can use an external puller.
- If the part to be removed is in a recess and not on a shaft, you need an internal puller.
- If the part fits flat, you need a separator and a pulling device.
Can you reuse a pinion bearing?
Absolutely you can reuse the pinion bearing if it’s in good shape. Just use a bearing separator and then a puller to get it off the pinion without damaging it.
How many types of bearing pullers are there?
Types of bearing pullers include bearing splitter plates, two and three arm bearing pullers and internal bearing pullers.
How hard is it to replace a differential?
A complete rear differential replacement includes replacing the housing, gears, bearings, and seals. The average time it takes a certified mechanic to perform a differential rebuild at a shop is usually three to five hours. A rebuild on a commercial vehicle by someone without prior experience could take much longer.
What’s the best differential side bearing Puller set?
OTC’s 4520 Differential Side Bearing Puller Set is an ideal solution for removing differential side carrier bearings on a wide variety of cars and light-duty trucks.
What can a bearing puller do for You?
A bearing puller can simplify the replacement of many types of bearings on your vehicle. Bearing pullers can remove a damaged bearing using arms that grasp the back of the bearing or race.
Which is OTC differential side carrier Puller set?
OTC’s 4520 Differential Side Carrier Bearing Puller Set is an ideal solution for removing differential side carrier bearings on a wide variety of cars and light-duty trucks Set includes: No. 4520-1 Forcing Screw/Cross Block Assembly, No. 4520-2 Puller Jaws/Pins (two ea.),
How does a bearing puller at O’Reilly work?
Bearing pullers can remove a damaged bearing using arms that grasp the back of the bearing or race. As you tighten the center of the bearing puller, the puller arms move toward you until the part comes out. At O’Reilly Auto Parts, we have a selection of bearing pullers to help you with your repairs.
