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Old 11-10-2004, 05:57 PM
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Seem that most vendors sell them in a kit, with 2 bearings, seal, grease cap, bolt, and that "grease scoop" thing.

You will need to drive out and drive in the races. Much easier with the right tool for that very purpose. Plus you will need to drive in the seal. Then you need to get the preload right.

Best not to start without being confident you have the tools to get the races in without damaging them.

It helps to put the races in the freezer before installation. Use contraction to your advantage.

The perfect tool for installing the grease cap happens to be a 2 inch steel pipe coupling.
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