{WTB} rent or borrow a pilot bearing removal / install tool ,flywheel wrench. chicago
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rent or borrow a pilot bearing removal / install tool ,flywheel wrench. chicago
HI, I am looking to borrow or rent a pilot bearing removal tool, pilot bearing installation tool and a fly wheel socket or wrench. i am will to put a deposit for full tool replacement, in case anything breaks. i am located in the elmhurst area. i am looking for anyone in the chicagoland and milwaukee area. i can come pick up the tools from you
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I think I've still got a 3/4" socket the right size for the nut but nothing to drive it with anymore. I also had the mazdatrix tool to lock the flywheel so you can turn the nut.
I'll check when I get home. You can borrow them if you come pick them up in the Avondale neighborhood (near Kimball and I-90/94).
I'll check when I get home. You can borrow them if you come pick them up in the Avondale neighborhood (near Kimball and I-90/94).
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Does PepBoys rent out tools? Your local tool rental may have it as well.
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Have you ever heard of the bread trick? I've used it once before and it worked. You cram small pieces of bread into the pilot bearing hole and keep hammering it in with a punch. After about 1/4 of the loaf, the bread will start pushing the bearing out. You just need a punch that is close to the diameter of the pilot bearing hole.
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Have you ever heard of the bread trick? I've used it once before and it worked. You cram small pieces of bread into the pilot bearing hole and keep hammering it in with a punch. After about 1/4 of the loaf, the bread will start pushing the bearing out. You just need a punch that is close to the diameter of the pilot bearing hole.
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I'm all for using the right tool for the job too but I've seen some very small pilot bearings and traditional pullers won't get in there without trimming the tool to fit. Also, if I can save a trip to either store and just continue the job, I'd be happy. Check it out, just for future reference.