Re: stuck dust caps

["Daegrigg (Don)" <daegrigg@domain.elided>]

----- Original Message -----
From: "Vangelis Kokkevis" <vkokkevis@domain.elided>
To: <alfa-digest@domain.elided>
Sent: Friday, September 20, 2002 8:43 PM
Subject: stuck dust caps


> I would like to repack the front wheel bearings on my
> spider but the dust caps refuse to come off (rusted
> onto the hub probably).  I know there are special
> pliers that should make this job easier but they are
> not easy to find (snap-on tools sells then for $46).
> Are there any other tricks to get the caps off?
>
> Thanks a lot,
> Vangelis
> Mountain View, CA
> New DSL Internet Access from SBC & Yahoo!
> http://sbc.yahoo.com

Heat,   try heat.  But not too much.  Use a propane torch to heat around the
perimeter,  squirt liquid wrench or such in as the cap cools.  Should come
off with standard adjustable plyers.  Also try tapping the cap out by
wedging a screwdriver or small chisel (blunt).  Repeat cycle if not
successful first time.

Don



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