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I have new steering stem bearings and need to install the lower on the steering stem. Obviously it flanges at the end so how are these typically installed - pressing them or beating them in?
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I used the old race and tapped it into place.Nathan
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Take the inner part of the old lower bearing and cut a slot in it top to bottom. It will now fit exactly upside down on the new bearing and can be used to hammer the new bearing on the stem. The slot is so it won't also get pressed on the stem. A piece of pipe or an old fork tube might come in handy to hammer it down. Don't forget to install the new grease seal before the bearing goes on.2H7 (79) owned since '89
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As always, there's a tool for that. You need a race driver.
You can probably do the job with a brass drift, if you're careful.Marty (in Mississippi)
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Yeah you can buy that, but what fun is having the right tool....Nathan
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1978 XS1100E
K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
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a socket slightly smaller also works well.pete
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08 gen2 hayabusa
former owner
1981 xs1100 RH (aus) (5N5)
zrx carbs
18mm float height
145 main jets
38 pilots
slide needle shimmed .5mm washer
fitted with v/stax and uni pod filters
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Pretty sure he meant install bearing on TT stem, not install race.2H7 (79) owned since '89
3H3 owned since '06
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Bearing - not race
Correct - I have the upper and lower race already installed. Want to get the lower bearing on the stem. Thought about a piece of pipe that would fit over the stem and rest against the bearing and then wack it with a rubber mallet to force it down. Concerned I might damage the bearing - any thoughts._____________________
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i shouldve read it better,
u can use a piece of pipe but u want it to touch
the inside of the bearing only or as phil and nate stated cut the
inside of the old one and place the pipe over that one
to hit the new one into place.Last edited by petejw; 04-22-2011, 08:11 AM.pete
new owner of
08 gen2 hayabusa
former owner
1981 xs1100 RH (aus) (5N5)
zrx carbs
18mm float height
145 main jets
38 pilots
slide needle shimmed .5mm washer
fitted with v/stax and uni pod filters
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pA8dwxmAVA&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL[/url]Comment
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I stuck my triple tree in the freezer overnight, and then heated my bearing in oil, and then just dropped it on. Don't take the triple tree out until the bearing is hot. Let it sit for quite a while afterwords to let it come back to room temp, the grease with a needle point.1980 XS1100LG Midnight
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The lower is supposed to be pressed on, but you can install it with a BFH with a little care. Don't pound on the outer race at all, and put something under the stem on the lower tree so you don't tweak the tree. Don't waste your time with a rubber hammer; a dead-blow hammer would be better if you have one, but the bigger the hammer the better/faster it will go on.Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two
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Thanks for the suggestions. I will try the freeze/hot oil treatment. I worry about beating the bearing and will do that as a last resort._____________________
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I used the "old race and pipe" to replace bearings. Works every time, and will NOT hurt the bearing. I bought an 18" X 2" pipe (IIRC) from Ace, and use it to beat on. The freeze and hot will also work, but take care with the new seal!Ray Matteis
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You're 'on to it'. Thats the best way if you dont have a press. Beating it with pipes and such works but a 'gently, gently' approach, and patience is needed.Originally posted by XS1100 Newbie View Post1980 SG. (Sold - waiting on replacement)
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Not all Race Driver are toolsOriginally posted by jetmechmarty View PostAs always, there's a tool for that. You need a race driver.
You can probably do the job with a brass drift, if you're careful.
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