Idler wheel bearing frozen to axle

[RX-Kid]

Anyone have some suggestions about how to get a bearing off the axle. Banging with a hammer didn't work. Think I can heat the bearing a little bit so it will expand, then hammer off? Or should a purchase a puller?

 

[kinger]

Little heat and she'll pop off.

 

[Indy]

You just need a 3 jaw gear puller. You can borrow one from Auto Zone. They are pretty cheap to purchase. Every sled owners garage should have one.

 

[Convert]

a little heat works wonders

 

[LazyBastard]

If its really really REALLY bad and the heat doesn't work, smash off the outer race, balls, and cage, and use a 1/4" grinder or dremel to cut the inner race.

 

[Indy]

Just go get a 3 jaw puller. Don't need heat or a hammer. Sandpaper the mount and install new wheel.

 

[RX-Kid]

Thanks for the feedback that did the trick!

OK, I took all the suggestions. Went to Autozone and purchased a puller (should have one anyway) and put a little heat to her. She came off like butter then Thank you!

 

[Indy]

LOL, glad it worked out for you.