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intrepidity

(7,822 posts)
Sat Jul 29, 2023, 03:01 PM Jul 2023

Bearing pullers: what's your favorite tool or method?

Since I have suddenly been faced with this issue several times recently, after living a whole life where it *never* came up, I am considering going against my principle of not acquiring single-purpose tools.

Mostly these have been regular-sized AC motors like you would find in various small(ish) household appliances, but certainly not all identical. And some car parts, like an alternator or starter.

First preference is a DIY solution that does not involve welding or intense metal work. Off the shelf re-purposed parts is how I like to roll.

But, willing to capitulate and buy a special tool *if* it is versatile enough that I never have to think about this again. Inner and outer a plus.

Any suggestions?

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Bearing pullers: what's your favorite tool or method? (Original Post) intrepidity Jul 2023 OP
This is all I've ever used (besides heat) Nittersing Jul 2023 #1
Same here!!! n/t RKP5637 Jul 2023 #2
Looks familiar Warpy Jul 2023 #3

Warpy

(113,093 posts)
3. Looks familiar
Sat Jul 29, 2023, 07:28 PM
Jul 2023

To the OP: try a tool rental place, they often have single use tools available. The tool itself probably won't break the bank, Amazon has them but you might be able to find better deals at hardware places on or off line.

Bearings are smooth, greasy, and press fit. They really need the right tool.

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