1967 Oldsmobile 98 rear end bearings

Tiny
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  • 1965 OLDSMOBILE 98
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 89,000 MILES
1967 Oldsmobile 98 425 mileage: 89,000. I have just purchased this beautiful car for a very good price due to left rear axle being out about 1/4 of an inch. Unfortunately, I do not have much experience with rear-ends at all, let alone the fact that this one has the limited slip rear-end. I have pulled the rear end apart and of course found that the wheel bearings on this side are shot. Any suggestions on how to press the new bearings would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to repair the car where it sits, so I have taken out the shaft to press the bearings at the garage I work at. What I am wondering is if there is any secrets or tips that I should know about to press the bearings in the rear-end.
Tuesday, November 9th, 2010 AT 2:46 AM

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Tiny
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No secrets. Just use the proper fixtures to hold the bearings and axle. Be sure to put the retainer back on the axle before you press on the new bearing.
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Tuesday, November 9th, 2010 AT 2:48 AM

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