| ricsvic | -- 09-21-2015 @ 8:27 AM |
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I'm reasonably sure my stock 41 ford banjo rear end has a bad wheel bearing. How big a deal is it to replace. I'm considering upgrading to a parallel leaf spring setup but wouldn't know what rear end and/or what width to choose. Also, the kits I'm looking at are for late 30's to 1940 or 1942 through 1940. 1941 seems to be in a left out. I've got some major decisions to make and could sure use some help. Thanks in advance
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| TomO | -- 09-21-2015 @ 9:05 AM |
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Replacing a bad wheel bearing is not a big deal. You do need the correct hub puller to pull the hub, then you would remove the split ring that holds the seal in place, remove the seal and the bearing. If the axle housing is worn or pitted, then you would have to disassemble the rear end and have the housings sleeved. Either operation is much easier to accomplish than changing to a parallel rear spring set up. If you can disassemble and reassemble the rear end yourself, it would be less expensive than switching to another rear end system. Here is a link to a site for the reproduction hub puller. http://www.vintageprecision.com/products/hub_pullers/ Tom This message was edited by TomO on 9-21-15 @ 9:05 AM
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| ricsvic | -- 09-22-2015 @ 8:22 PM |
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Thanks so much. I prefer to remain stock. I can't afford the other route anyway.
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| supereal | -- 09-24-2015 @ 2:28 PM |
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The best rear hub puller, without question is the KR Wilson ABV-156 replica made by Winfield Tool Works. I have owned one for many years. They have become a bit pricier since those days, but certainly less expensive than replacing drums and axles damaged by other devices. It works for all 1928-1948 Fords. I haven't seen their ad in the V8 TIMES lately, but you can reach them by phone at (631) 928-3316 for price, etc. Look for damage to the under side of the bearing surface of the rear axle housing. Some spalling is usual, but as my friend TomO said, it can be repaired by a good machine shop and a set of hardened sleeves. The roller bearings should only be packed with "heavy duty drum brake" grease. Other types will result in more damage. If you have an EFV8 club in your area, they may have a puller they are willing to lend. All RG's should have them.
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