Replacing Woods RM 990 Spindle Bearings

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eclarkva

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Kubota M5700
I had the center spindle lock up on my RM990 a week ago. At first I was going to just replace the whole thing until I found out the price. $390.00. I decided to just replace the bearings. Things were moving along quite well until I tried to remove the spindle from the Spindle housing. I put an 8" wheel puller on it, heated the bushing without even budging it. Would really appreciate comments from any of you who have had this experience.
Thanks.
 
   / Replacing Woods RM 990 Spindle Bearings #2  
Wash the spindle in a good parts cleaner or brake clean. Then look closely for internal snap rings or other retainers. I have found that a press is handier than a puller... KennyV
 
   / Replacing Woods RM 990 Spindle Bearings
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Kenny-
Thanks for the advise. I have arranged to take the spindle to the local Kubota dealer and have them press it out.
 
   / Replacing Woods RM 990 Spindle Bearings
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Got the spindle pressed out and rebuilt. The RM 990 is purring like a baby kitten.
 
 
 
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