Need help with top roller brg

[dwhite]

I've been working on restoring the top roller assemblies.  The bearings are in good shape; however, I would like to remove them prior to bead blasting the rollers.  Is there a method to remove the bearings without destroying them in the process?  Thanks, DW

[Monkeypirate]

Once the seals are removed a brass drift through the center should be ok. As long as you are not having the go full hulk on them they should be ok to reuse. Ok course you might find they are needing replacement once they are out. Mine felt ok but had mild flaking. Best of luck.

[Jesse]

A piece of 1/2” water pipe about 2’ long works real well.

[dwhite]

Greatly appreciate the help.  The 1/2" pipe worked well.  Just a few moderate taps and the bearings are out.  DW

[WayOffTrack]

What is the easiest way to remove the grease seals before removing the bearings? I thought I could tap on the bearings and push the seals out but......not sure that is the best way.

[Monkeypirate]

The seals should push out with the bearing,  but if for some reason they are stuborn, a heel bar or seal puller work best . If they are really stuborn, you can drill small holes in then and use a slide hammer with a screw attacment.

[col.halftrack]

 Sounds like good advice on bearing removal. I do have Modern Seals manufactured to match the size of the originals in stock.

[WayOffTrack]

Yeah I can see there is no way to remove the seal without destroying it. I tend to overthink things.