Absolutely. You have to remove remove the bolts behind the backing plate
that hold the axle bearing housing. After that, the axle slides right out
in your hands. The axle seal is a BITCH to get out. I was going to invent
a special tool to do it, but I just hacked the shit out of it. Be careful
not to score where it seats against the end of the axle tube. Don't forget
the seal on the bearing housing. It should be replaced at the same time.
Note which direction it goes when you take it out, and get a block of wood
to drive it in straight and flush. If you have any questions, feel free to
call me on my cell: 626-484-9191.
THX: JP
> From: David A. Templeton <davidt@opentext.com>
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2000 09:18:59 -0500
> To: Justin Paxton <justin@bexel.com>
> Cc: Triumph Newsletter <triumphs@autox.team.net>
> Subject: RE: Churchill tools / Hub Puller
>
> All I realy want to do is to inspect & replace the bearings and seals. Are
> you saying I can pull the axle as a single unit to do and not go through the
> pain of separating the hub?
>
> Thanks
>
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>
>> -----Original Message----- From: owner-triumphs@autox.team.net
>> [mailto:owner-triumphs@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Justin Paxton Sent:
>> Tuesday, December 05, 2000 7:42 PM To: davidt@opentext.com Cc: Triumph
>> Newsletter Subject: Churchill tools / Hub Puller
>>
>>
>>
>> My recommendation is to pull the axle and have the hub pressed of
>> professionally. Last time I tried the hub puller, I yanked the studs right
>> thru the hub causing much consternation and expense. It's also a bit
>> dangerous. The conical fit can suddenly come apart with explosive force.
>> Mine
>> shot across the garage floor about 15 feet. REAL good thing I wasn't
>> standing
>> in front of it. It's not a bad idea to check the alxe bearings and replace
>> the
>> axle seals as long as you're in there anyway. THX: JP 59 TR3A TS40984 "Parts
>> All Over The House"
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