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Modify a Cold chisel to approximately the race radius and drive it out .

As the book says Grease is cheap parts are not

I never mentioned a temperature difference anywhere. Where are you getting this? I plan on keeping it well greased.

CC claims that it's a commercial unit. That year, they offered a Pro Z 100, 500, and 900. I consider mine to be "entry-level commercial"...

Those are tapered bearings for starters, but think you figured that out I just skim read. Thats a nice set up. almost pro grade. Yes the...

The Cup and Cone LM numbers are Timken tapered Roller Bearing Numbers. I worked in the St. Thomas Ontario plant in the '60's grinding...

I agree. I learn best by doing it myself. The new spindle was just delivered. It came with a pulley, which I didn't expect. (y) Great...

Now this is best way to learn what is needed to done. You're not pushed to get it done and give time to learn how to remove these worn...

Thanks. My garage now is one I inherited from my dad, with all his tools (that haven't walked off). It's a professional garage. He was...

Same parts...And yes both cone and cups needs replace any time one or the other is replaced due to wear. Normal when buying after market...

These are commonly use trailer and automotive bearings and should last for years as long they are kept greased. And some of us do than...

I'm not sure why, but last year, I only put about 30 hrs on it. I think the manual calls for service every 25 hrs. So I didn't think it...

You should grease the mower more often than once a year. Any play, or noise in bearings inside the spindle assembly will make the mower...

My bearing supplier, Amazon, isn't quite that cheap. One bearing is about $9. One cup... about the same. I DID find 4 sets of Timkin...