The front inner bearing can be difficult to remove without the right
tool. Grinding and chiseling has the potential to damage some very
expensive parts. The bearing is an interference fit on the axle so
must be pulled off and pressed on.

I machined the ends of a 3-jaw puller to accomplish the task with
ease. The puller is first used to tear off the roller cage, then to
grab the inner race. It even sneaks by the grease seal without
damaging it, though it is certainly wise to replace the seal. I've
used this puller several times now and makes changing that bearing a
breeze.

Installing the bearing is easy with the help of a properly sized tube
that fits over the axle and contacts the inner race only, never the
roller cage. Be sure to lubricate the axle shaft and tap until the
bearing seats fully onto the axle.

Here are two photos of my puller in action. Pretty sure those who
get the Daily Digest emails can't receive attachments. Email me
privately and I'll send them to you. Also, I did buy some extra
pullers with the intent to modify them for others. If anyone's
interested, contact me. I also have grease seal installer tools.

Ken Chambers, CA
'64 Red