Bike Stripdown

[frazelli]

During the winter months I am going to strip my bike right down in order to get the frame and swingarm powder coated so I'm after a little advice from anyone who may have done this before???

What I would like to know is whether there is a preferred process in stripping the bike i.e. should I remove certain parts in a particular order which would then make the overall process easier?

Also for someone reasonably competent albeit no mechanic how long is this process likely to take?

What are the best methods of recording what parts go back where etc, etc?

I have got a mate who will be helping me who is again not a mechanic but does a lot of his own servicing work etc himself so we are not total novices as such.

Any advice would be gratefully recieved.

Regards Frazelli:puzzled:

[m1keyp]

Lots of photo's

Plan the storage of the bits that you are taking off, banana boxes from the supermarket are free, strong and they stack

Bubble wrap for the plastics

Re sealable plastic bags for each set of nuts bolts, preferably the bags you can write on with permanent marker.

Kettle, Tea/Coffee.:D Have fun

[Rob B]

It should take no more than a veryy relaxed day in the garage, assuming you have all the necessary tools, stands etc. I use baggies to put all the fixings in. Lable each bag with the fixings locations, e.g. seat unit, battery tray. Don't make the mistake of puuting too much in each bag and you'll sson be done.

[Rushjob]

Masking tape or paper sticker tags around the end of each bit of the wiring loom / plug connector you disconnect with a note of where it went.....

[Guido]

After panels/bodywork etc,

I'd say exhaust system off and then the airbox and injectors etc. That way you can get the motor out next and once that's out the whole assemby is a lot easier to move aroudn and strip the rest of the components off.

Let us know who you get on.

I'll be doing the same shortly.

[ericthered40]

All as above BUT!!!!! before you do anything undo the swing arm pivot bolt and remove the shaft grease it and slide it back in. It may be seized and take some getting out, it's much easier with the whole bike together.

The pained expression on the mans face who gave me that advice made me take notice.
:lol:

The swing arm is captive in the frame witch needs springing open before you can remove it so you can draw the bolt with the wheel and suspension in Place.

I plan to do the same this winter, in fact I've already started.

:alien:

[Edited on 29-10-2005 by ericthered40]

[dave996]

I started mine this week but I have to say I'm a bit nervous now as I have never dropped an engine before!

[Rob B]

Oh, yes, try to release all the big nuts/bolts before you have the bike, or what's left of it, balanced on a collection of stands and chocks. Nothing worse that a crashing sound..........

[aka.eric]

Unless you have the Ducati engine support/lift,its probably easier to remove all the parts and lift the frame off the engine,rather than lowering the engine from the frame.Then rebuild around the engine,worked for me,but then again Im no expert!.

[khushy]

Its dead easy - just use your common sense and take the above advice - proper storage - lots of pics etc etc.

With my old 748 SPS I stripped it down to nothing loads of times - the most memorable was after my lowside @ Rockingham - I managed to do it with a detatched collar bone and one arm in a sling in just a few hours - on my own!!!

bodywork Off - hang it all up if you can
then I would support the engine - axle stands etc - so that you can aim to lift the frame off from it - rather than any other method - its a lot easier this way - have the frame as the fixed piece of the bike - remove everything else
obviously try and get the swingarm piviot out first - its a pig if its stuck - you will need a BIG HAMMER and lots of patience
wheels
exhaust
forks/yokes
electrics - taking pics of routing
swingarm out is pretty simple - a bit fiddly - but you can do it without breaking the chain!!!
rear subframe

You can remove the frame from the engine without draining coolant fluids - its a bit tricky and you may need to suspend the headlamp bracket and other stuff by a garage rafter etc to keep it out of the way

Some of the regulars might post some "in progress" pics to show you the various stages.

Dead easy job - just take your time - loads of pics - its a good opportunity to clean everything!

Khushy

[748mart]

Originally posted by ericthered40
All as above BUT!!!!! before you do anything undo the swing arm pivot bolt and remove the shaft grease it and slide it back in. It may be seized and take some getting out, it's much easier with the whole bike together.

The pained expression on the mans face who gave me that advice made me take notice.
:lol:

The swing arm is captive in the frame witch needs springing open before you can remove it so you can draw the bolt with the wheel and suspension in Place.

I plan to do the same this winter, in fact I've already started.

:alien:

[Edited on 29-10-2005 by ericthered40]

The Biggest advantage of working on the swinging arm bolt before stripping bike is it helps if you run the bike upto temperature when attempting draw the b***er out.

[Rob B]

Yep, one of these makes the job a lot easier and safer

[Animal]

Good luck!
On a recent engine change it took us 4 hours to get the arm off. In the end we drilled it out, pushed the frame apart and let it drop with the engine still attached. I was warned not to apply heat as it damages the swing arm.
Good luck again!


Originally posted by 748mart
Originally posted by ericthered40
All as above BUT!!!!! before you do anything undo the swing arm pivot bolt and remove the shaft grease it and slide it back in. It may be seized and take some getting out, it's much easier with the whole bike together.

The pained expression on the mans face who gave me that advice made me take notice.
:lol:

The swing arm is captive in the frame witch needs springing open before you can remove it so you can draw the bolt with the wheel and suspension in Place.

I plan to do the same this winter, in fact I've already started.

:alien:

[Edited on 29-10-2005 by ericthered40]

The Biggest advantage of working on the swinging arm bolt before stripping bike is it helps if you run the bike upto temperature when attempting draw the b***er out.

[Nattyboy]

Can you techo boffins stop posting pictures up like this - your making me feel very inadequate...:lol:

I remember the days when I used to take my MBX50 aprt - and end up with a box of bits left over...:o:lol:

Nat

[dave996]

Just undone the swing arm bolt and it seems to be moving freely, fingers crossed when it is ready to come out it should be simple!

How's everyone else getting on?

[keefer]

you can withdraw the bolt now.
everything will stay in place.

[Harv748]

I'm interested to see how you get on Dave (and everyone else) as I've just started my strip down, and I've got to a stage where I'm undecided if I'm going to remove the engine or not from the frame.

Pretty much everything else is off, and I wasn't planning on removing it, but as everything has gone suprisingly smoothly so far...I'm thinking in for a penny :bouncy:

I may have a go at the bolt tomorrow, and if it looks like it might shift easy enough then it could be a goer, otherwise I will probably leave it alone!

I'll post some piccies this week.

[Edited on 30-10-2005 by Harv748]

[dave996]

Originally posted by keefer
you can withdraw the bolt now.
everything will stay in place.

Will it:o

So when the bolt is removed how do you get the swingarm off?

Harv, if you want to come over one night this week to talk strategy over a beer your more than welcome:saint:

[Edited on 30-10-2005 by dave996]

[keefer]

you have to remove the engine.
there are some sleeves that cant be pulled out until the engine is dropped

[dave996]

Keefer, is that frame gloss or satin?

[keefer]

Gloss

[Rob B]

Update on my 888:

Frame has been blasted and is going to be sprayed white.

All bodywork is off for respray so it should look nice and fresh for Xmas

Engine is in a pile of bits while we wait for the A inlets to arrive. Anyone need some 1999 (A) 431 inlet cams.

The back wheel and swingarm assy are away being modified for a 25mm axle to go with the mini rear brake.

I can't wait to start piecing it all back together.

[keefer]

the whole project is here
http://www.ducatisportingclub.com/xmb/viewthread.php?tid=14690#pid150354

[dave996]

Very nice:smug:

Never thought about the clamps and yoke, great idea, were they anodised or powder coated?

How much did all the pc cost in the end if you don't mind me asking?

The wife is being nosey:lol:

[keefer]

they were P/C'd had them anodised and it looked crap so back to the coaters.
with everything including shot blast around £90
might be a bit more now that was last winter
U2U me if you want any more info

[dave996]

Cheers mate, will do:)

[dave996]

Right now don't laugh but here is my engin support.
Before I put it to the test do you reckon it will work:o

[dave996]

another

[dave996]

last one

[keefer]

:D:eureka::D thats class
it is heavy though and you may find it difficult to move the engine while still on the frame after. but you can always lift it off when everything else is clear.
quality :roll:

[antonye]

Thems some fine carpentry skills you've got there! :lol:

[dave996]

The plan is to leave the engine where it is and work around it....I hope:rolleye:

[frazelli]

You could always make a coffee table out of it when you've finished!:roll:

[monstermob 998]

what you mean ???? it was the coffee table!!!!!!!!

[Rob B]

Is that a hoard of woodworm I see approaching:o

[dave996]

don't start:(

If this works I'll sell the idea to Ducati then i'll be rich I tells ya, RICH.
:D

[Mr C]

Originally posted by keefer
you can withdraw the bolt now.
everything will stay in place.

And if you cant with draw it just saw the B*stard off!!!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v632/pclensey/Image021.jpg

[keefer]

ha easy job that was :D
:(:(:(:(:(:devil:

[TopiToo]

Hello

Hey.! Keefer,

I am sure I have seen that seat before:lol:

regards

TopiToo

[aka.eric]

The New Carterton Workshop.
"Theres no more important rule than to wear these safety glasses"
Go for it Norm.

[Harv748]

How did you get on with 'that bolt' then Dave...any joy?

[RickyX]

Originally posted by dave996
last one

I would put some diagonal braces in your framework to prevent it "parallelogramming" - there's nowt as strong as triangles when it comes to structural frameworks!

R X

[frazelli]

Chaps,

Just a couple of thoughts with regards to shot blasting and powder coating my frame;
Do I need to preserve the small silver sticker on the right hand side of the frame (this details part of the chassis number) or can I 'lose' it?
Also is there a need to preserve the chassis number on the headstock during the same process as I am not sure whether it will get 'lost' or not, what do you think??
Regards Frazelli:puzzled:

[peter grover]

on the 916 type the frame extends down on to the swinging arm piviot.on the 888 it dose not,so on the 916 the swiniing arm stays atached to the frame with the engine removed.on the 888 with the engine removed you have the frame going one way,and the swining arm going the other,its only held togeather by the surspenion linkage.makes it interesting when refitting the engine.

[keefer]

frazelli. I lost the sticker on my frame, it did worry me at first but I needed a new shiny frame more. with regard to the chassis number there was no need to cover that up. its quite deep any way and the shot should not affect it. just make sure you mention it to them so they can take it a bit more gently around that area

[Harv748]

Daft question time...

Looking at the swingarm spindle, there is a 'nut' at one end and an allen key head at the other.

With the nut removed off the RH end, does the bolt now need unscrewing or should it pull/push straight out. Just wandering if I need to get an allen key the right size or not? If I do , what size is it...I seem to remember 19mm, but don't know where from...may have just amde that up!:P:frog:

[keefer]

it should just pull through but turning it will help it on it way.
if you have the tool kit that came with the bike the spark plug tool will fit it when turned upside-down, then put a socket over it

[dave996]

Originally posted by Harv748
How did you get on with 'that bolt' then Dave...any joy?

Sorry mate, been away on a training course (not Ducati:lol:)

Bolt came out dead easy no force or hacksaw needed.

Right,

I need to drain the clutch so I can remove the frame (and replace it with a Brembo jobbie) where is this done and how do you remove all the top yoke?

TTFN
Dave :smug:

[Harv748]

The top yoke is just the two pinch bolts on either side. Then it may need just a gentle tap from underneath to get it moving then it just pulls off the forks. If you mean the bottom yoke as well, then you need to undo the steering stem nut (the big one in the biddle of the yoke) and the stem and the bottom yoke will fall through the bottom of the steering head. Be a little carefull here as the steering head bearings have a habit of coming out with it...and they can be in a bit of a state and you can end up with ball bearings everywhere! This is obviously with the forks removed.

You should just be able to remove the current m/s for the clutch and put the new one on if you are carefull, without spilling too much fluid. Then just top it up and bleed it all through with fresh stuff. If its a brembo radial jobbie then you can bleed it at the top as well as the bottom by the slave cylinder.

Didn't bother taking my engine out in the end. I was able to strip everything off it in situ...and after trying to move the bolt without success...didn't see the point in pursuing it further as all I wanted to do is clean it!!!

Its looking sweet now though:bouncy:

[Edited on 3-11-2005 by Harv748]

[dave996]

Cheers Harv.

Post some pics mate, Ill show you mine if you show me yours :lol::lol::lol:

[Harv748]

...i've seen yours mate...its all blue and funny lookin'!:o

[Edited on 3-11-2005 by Harv748]

[dave996]

I've got the frame out :o

Never in my life have I done this before, now that was the easy part it's just remembering where everything goes!

[Harv748]

:lol:

That piccie makes me laugh...its like you've left it out over night and the thieving chav scum have had away with all the bits!

:lol:

Good on ye' though...

[dave996]

Originally posted by Harv748
:lol:

That piccie makes me laugh...its like you've left it out over night and the thieving chav scum have had away with all the bits!

:lol:

Good on ye' though...

:lol:

[frazelli]

Here's another one for you all... Whilst my engine (748B) is out of the frame etc is there anything worth doing to it to enhance performance, anything that is not too costly though!!!??

Seeing as it's Friday is the virtual bar open yet? If so I'll have a Stella please!

[dave996]

Swap it for a 996/998:P

Only kidding but someone alot more technical will be along soon I'm sure.

[Harv748]

OK here goes...a few piccies.

Got the OK this year to do the work in my girlfriends parents empty heated/powered barn conversion!!!:smug:

If Carlsberg built garages...

[Harv748]

This piccie actually makes me laugh...this is the bike PRIOR to it being stripped and cleaned!:o

[Harv748]

Uhm...

[Harv748]

...and nearly there:bouncy:

[dave996]

Nice one Harv,
you got it back together yet?

Just need to find a reasonably priced powder coater to do all the bits and pieces, I think gloss black (at the moment)

[Harv748]

Originally posted by dave996
Nice one Harv,
you got it back together yet?


Not yet mate...now going through the process of cleaning and replacing bolts etc for either stainless or titanium...yum!

The best thing about having the barn to do it in is that there is no hurry...I can leave it in there for as long as I need. I reckon another 6 weeks and then it will be slowly coming back together...probably pressing that start button for the first time around mid Jan.

Really enjoyng it though...going over and doing perhaps 5 or 6 hours a week, just taking my time. Currently sorting out stainless fitting for all the banjos on the bike. Going to pick them up this afternoon.

[dave996]

Where are you getting all your gear (nuts + bolts) from?

I should probably replace a load of mine as I've gone to all this effort so far!

[Harv748]

Most of the stainless stuff I bought as a job lot for a Ducati sometime ago off ebay...I'm only using them for non-stresses areas...mainly cosmetic stuff. Other bits came from Nelly, and some from M&P (who I find useless most of the time...but good for somethings!). They do packs of stainless bolts etc...if they haven't got any in they can get them for you I'm sure within a day or two.

They also so the single/double and bleed nipple type banjo fittings for all of your hoses...actually supplied by Earls. Thats where I'm off to this afternoon to pick up a load for the f/brake, r/brake and clutch fittings. Not too bad price wise either.

I actually haven't bought any titanium yet, but will be doing so over the coming weeks. Will probably talk to JHP about these (he usually has a range in stock) as I don't want some micky mouse bolts where quality/strength is needed!

[Nattyboy]

Originally posted by Harv748
...and nearly there:bouncy:

Stripdown..? an IKEA RUG..???..you philistine Harv...:lol:

Seriously..good to see you lads helping each other out..this is a forum working at its best I suppose..exchanging notes and dishing out advice..good on yer..

Nat

[Harv748]

Originally posted by Nattyboy
Originally posted by Harv748
...and nearly there:bouncy:

Stripdown..? an IKEA RUG..???..you philistine Harv...:lol:
Nat

:lol: The rug was due to be chucked that week when I came up with a cunning plan...:eureka:

[dave996]

Right, I've got what appears to be the bottom part of the headstock bearing stuck on the bottom of my bottom clamp. (a lot of bottoms going on here, s****** s******)

How can I get it off? andhow much are new bearings?
There was somethig else but I can't remeber now:puzzled:

Cheers folks.

D

[keefer]

that's the bearing race.
why do you want to remove it ?
if it is not damaged leave it on there
if it must come off then some heat and a wee tap with a hammer and driver, but be very careful not to damage the bottom face of the yoke

[dave996]

oops!

The outer got a little bent around the edge.
As the bottom is going to be painted/powdercoated I thought the heat from this proccess would have melted the rubber edge anyway. :puzzled:

[nelly]

We had an impromptu strip down yesterday...............
Customer bike in for some winter fettling. Bodywork was already off, exhaust system had gone off to polishers.
Heads and barrels were already off for the originally planned fettle.
The decision was taken to powder coat the frame at 1 and by 4.00 the frame was on the floor :)
Loom off, rear subframe stripped bare and removed, headlight assembly off in one piece, footpegs, rear brake, hugger etc. all off then dropped the engine out.
Remove the top yoke, and slide the whole headstock/forks/wheel/brakes assembly out of the frame.
Take out the suspension linkage bolt and the shock/swingarm/wheel is all that's left.
Not a bad afternoons graft that :)

Might take a little longer to put back together though :lol:

[keefer]

o yes the seal ring (930.1.004.1A) forgot about that.
there is the part number.
if you do end up mullering the baring race keep it so you can turn it upside down and use it as a drift to seat the new one

[dave996]

Might take a little longer to put back together though :lol: [/quote]

I'm sooooo looking forward to that bit!!!

[dave996]

Originally posted by keefer
o yes the seal ring (930.1.004.1A) forgot about that.
there is the part number.
if you do end up mullering the baring race keep it so you can turn it upside down and use it as a drift to seat the new one

This is the little bugger I was on about

[dave996]

Originally posted by dave996
Might take a little longer to put back together though :lol:

I'm sooooo looking forward to that bit!!! [/quote]

[dave996]

How do I remove the hub and all the bushes/bearings from the swingarm :rodent:

Cheers

[Harv748]

Originally posted by dave996
Might take a little longer to put back together though :lol:

I'm sooooo looking forward to that bit!!! [/quote]

Just started mine mate...but its gonna take a while. Got a few bits and pieces either on order/still trying to source/waiting till i can afford them etc., but its slowly coming back together...great fun:roll::puzzled::(

[Edited on 15-11-2005 by Harv748]

[nelly]

Originally posted by dave996
How do I remove the hub and all the bushes/bearings from the swingarm :rodent:

Cheers

The hub is pretty easy to take out. Remove the big circlip that holds the rear caliper hanger in place, slde that off with the two washers and o-rings, make sure the hub is free to turn and tap it out of the swingarm.
None of the bearings are easy to remove and check. If yo remove them, you'll more than likely bugger them.
Check them in situ, grease them and you should be OK.
They aren't cheap, so taking them out for the sake of it will be an expensive job.

[dave996]

None of the bearings are easy to remove and check. If yo remove them, you'll more than likely bugger them.


Yep there buggered now:mad:
I think I had to remove them as the swingarm is going off for powder coating. (please tell me that's right)
So Nelly....mate.....I'm after some new bearings, how much are they pleeeeaase.

Cheers

Dave

[nelly]

Oops :puzzled:

Could you drop me a mail with the bike details and i'll take a look tomorrow for you.
I'll tell you at the end of the week if it's necessary to remove the bearings before powder coating......................... i've got one being done this week.
I always leave bearings in, especially if they are going to knacker when removing them. It makes the masking easier. Use them as possible sacrificial masks. I make further masks to cover them, and the powder coaters "understand" and sometimes you get away with it.
Do the same with seals and inspection glasses on engine cases. Makes post paint assembly a lot easier. It takes ages to clean cured powder coat from seal and bearing faces :flame:

[dave996]

Cheers Nelly, send you a mail tomorrow.

:(

Dave
sent the mail mate. cheers

[Edited on 15-11-2005 by dave996]

[dave996]

Right

The engine is on the floor and the frame swingarm etc etc has just been picked up and is now on it's merry way to be powder coated.

I'll post pics once it is back:D

[keefer]

you are getting it shot blasted first ?

[dave996]

It'll be done tomorrow, then it's off to Newbury for the powder:D

[Duke2BSteve]

Dave, Someones nicked your Ducati coffee table idea, think they put abit more effort in Mind!!! Should have patent the idea earlier....



http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DUCATI-COFFEE-TABLE-BRAND-NEW-ETCHED-GLASS-100-FEEBK_W0QQitemZ8016524773QQcategoryZ10448QQrdZ1QQc mdZViewItem:bouncy:

[dave996]

Oh Steve you are a cunny funt:P

[frazelli]

We spent the day stripping my bike down and now it is well and truly in bits!!!

Still have a few bits to do to get the frame and swingarm ready for powder coating so I know where I'll for the next few evenings!?

The swingarm pivot bolt was a minor pain to get out which took about 1 hour unfortunately I now need a new one due to not having a suitable tool to remove it but hey what the hell!!?

I'm aiming to get tthe painting done after Christmas and having the bike rebuilt by the end of Jan/early Feb

[dave996]

pics please:D

fun isn't it

[Guido]

Well,

all you boyz playing with your toyz got me jealous.

Finished off the engine removal today so it's almost ready to go to Cornerspeed on Thursday.

Not quite doing what you chaps are going through (Powder-coating etc), but still, there is that certain feeling of numpty-fied achievement and self gratification when you get it done.....

Just need to get some milk, tea-bags and biccies in for Neil now.....

Guy

[frazelli]

This is the 'before' one!

[frazelli]

Here's another, getting quite a way through now!

[frazelli]

Here's the engine

[Harv748]

...and I'm at the other end of the re-build scale having just got in from the garage (minus 2 out there now!!!). I decided to check to see if I had the wiring etc in the right place by starting her up.

Connected up the feshly charged battery, attached the fuel tank...and prodded the starter button...

Don't know what all the fuss is about, 2 seconds and away she went, first go...running sweet.

Now just have to sort out all the other outstanding minor details before I can put it all back together for good:roll:

Satisfied...you bet:bouncy::bouncy:

[Edited on 19-12-2005 by Harv748]

[frazelli]

Here's the bike all over the garage.

The major is now done so just need to spend some time in the garage to get everything ready for painting which will be after Christmas oh and tidying the garage so I canactually move!

[khu996]

I really love strip down and rebuild threads like these, it really is Ducati porn!

More please! :lol:

[dave996]

Originally posted by frazelli
Here's the bike all over the garage.

The major is now done so just need to spend some time in the garage to get everything ready for painting which will be after Christmas oh and tidying the garage so I canactually move!

You forgot to drop your forks:P

Good fun isn't it. I'm just waiting for my yoke to be returned then I can carry on with the rebuild.

[Harv748]

Originally posted by dave996

Good fun isn't it. I'm just waiting for my yoke to be returned then I can carry on with the rebuild.

...with a rubber mallet this time...:sing:

[frazelli]

Chaps,

Firstly, I hope you all had a good Christmas and got plenty of toys!!!!????

Frame is now stripped and ready for shot blasting and powder coating, however, do I need to remove the eccentric hub from the frame or can I get away with leaving it, the bearings are out so it is just the eccentric thingy!?

If I need to remove it how do I do it???

Regards Frazelli :o

[Chrisiball]

I removed mine the other week before powdercoating, just remove the 2 circlips, and take out the 2 pinch bolts then remove the locating pin, then just tap it out from the top! Just get the coaters to mask off down the head tube!

[Carbon749]

Originally posted by Chrisiball
I removed mine the other week before powdercoating, just remove the 2 circlips, and take out the 2 pinch bolts then remove the locating pin, then just tap it out from the top! Just get the coaters to mask off down the head tube!

Same on my 749. This is the best way to take the front end out ... no need to mess around with the head bearings or anything. Top yoke off and follow the above.

[Guido]

Spent the day down at Cornerspeed, 'playing' with my motor last week before the Xmas shutdown.

Have to say a big thank you to Neil for all his help and watchfull 'eyeing'..

Cases are now split (again).

Thought you might like some more 'Ducati porn'


Marking the pistons before we remove them
http://freespace.virgin.net/guy.cope/images/DSC%20Adhoc/748RPistonMarking.JPG

The cases coming apart
http://freespace.virgin.net/guy.cope/images/DSC%20Adhoc/748RCasesSplit.JPG

The real pornographic sexy bits...Hodgson's CORSE crank and Toseland's rods.

http://freespace.virgin.net/guy.cope/images/DSC%20Adhoc/748RCrankRods.JPG

as you can never get enough of this sort of thing....the crank and rods again.
http://freespace.virgin.net/guy.cope/images/DSC%20Adhoc/748RCrankRods2.JPG

The problem area...somewhere in this mass of metal there's a glitch which we will aim to identify tomorrow.

http://freespace.virgin.net/guy.cope/images/DSC%20Adhoc/748RGearbox.JPG

[keefer]

makes it look easy.
interested to know how you get on with that guido.
hope it turns out ok in the end

[frazelli]

Chaps,

Well I am nearly there the subframe, frame, headlight carrier thingy are all ready to go to be painted but I am stuck on the the swingarm bearings!!!

One side (smaller side) came out OK but I cannot get the larger side out; is there a knack to it as at the moment brute force is not doing the job?

The bearings are now knackered so they need to come out so any tips would be greatly appreciated or failing that is there a specific tool I can buy to do the job?

Regards Frazelli:puzzled: