Posted December 16, 20231 yr comment_660252 I've been pounding my head (and forearms) all day trying to get this stub axle out to replace the wheel bearings. I've tried beating it, I've tried heating it but nothing seems to work. The other side popped out after a few whacks from the slide hammer but no luck on the other side. Anyone have any tips or tricks to get this thing out? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/68727-rear-stub-axle-stuck-in-hub/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 16, 20231 yr comment_660255 My friend replaced the wheel bearings in my 260Z a few years back. The right side didn't budge until I was hitting it with a slide hammer while he was on the other side with an air hammer. Sometimes they are just that stubborn. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/68727-rear-stub-axle-stuck-in-hub/#findComment-660255 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 17, 20231 yr comment_660263 More heat? Make sure the heat is focused on the parts that need to expand. The casting that holds the outer race or the bearing inner race. Not the axle shaft. Looking at the drawing, a torch flame on the casting/housing is your best bet. Inner and outer so the bearing races get hot too. If the grease isn't smoking there's room for more heat. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/68727-rear-stub-axle-stuck-in-hub/#findComment-660263 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 17, 20231 yr comment_660272 You could also use some Freeze.. it's a spraycan and use that on the inner parts like the axle itself and the nut. It cools under -40 celcius so spray it on the axle.. NOT on your fingers! You could also get the unit off the car and freeze it first in a freezer before you heat the housing of the bearing(s). Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/68727-rear-stub-axle-stuck-in-hub/#findComment-660272 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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