Rear wheel bearings 2003 pitbull

[Gummybear8281976]

We have a 2003 pitbull with the big wheel on the back and we need to replace the rear wheel bearings. Have the parts and have the wheel off and have the right tools to do the job but the issue is no matter what we do we cannot get the bearings out. It’s like they are welded in there and we don’t want to mess up the wheel. If anyone has any suggestions how we can get them loose so the bearing puller will pull them out PLEASE DO TELL! thanks everyone!!

 

[knothead]

Do you have this kit?....makes it easy to get the bearings out...pit posse harley bearing removal kit

 

[Gummybear8281976]

Thank you for the reply! Yes that is what we have but it is like they are welded in there they won’t budge and with it being an aluminum wheel we don’t want to do too much heating or anything and was wondering if maybe anyone else has had this issue

 

[knothead]

Take a picture of the bearing area and lets see whats we see

 

[Gummybear8281976]

Ok I’ll have to get the guys to do that and send it to me! Its in my buddies garage as he has all the equipment so as soon as I get a pic I will send to you! Ty

 

[Mickmorris]

Heat is your friend.

 

[Unsprung]

I’ve used a big punch or heavy pipe and a 3lb hammer on my now sold 03 pit and same on my current 08 k9. Started doing it like that as a diesel tech in the Army and as a civilian tech back in my “younger” years. There are better tools like Knot suggested so try what works for you. I have not yet had to heat my wheels and thankful for that.

 

[Gummybear8281976]

Thank you for the help! He was able to eventually get them out with your suggestion amd a couple other methods! Appreciate it!