Problems installing Ford 9-inch axles... help!

[davepl]

I'm trying to put together a Currie crate nine (and don't even get me started on a "crate" package that requires a machine shop or arbor press), but I can't seem to get the bearings pressed on far enough.

I'm using a 12-ton arbor press and it comes to definate stop at about this point on both axles. I know its not going far enough because if I mock it up, the brake drums don't reach far enough back.

I've been on this all day and I'm desperate... any ideas would be great!

Thanks,
Dave

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[davepl]

I wound up putting them back in the press, using the extension handle, and I figured I'd crank until they seated or the press exploded and killed me. Fortunately, the former happened.

I'm still pretty bitter that a "crate" rear end doesn't have the bearings pressed on or include any fasteners or gaskets! I've live close to Randy's ring and pinion too, serves me right for not dealing locally I guess!

[silver69camaro]

Honestly, I've never seen the bearings pressed on the axles before from the manufacturer. It takes a decent press to get the things on (we use a 20-ton), and use lots of anti-seize.

[ibuildm]

Next time try Dutchman Motorsports in Portland. They have all types of housings and will install the bearings at no charge. When you buy a complete rearend with axles and third member they include all the mounting hardware, seals and gaskets. Their prices are good too.
Tim

[wmhjr]

When I bought my Moser crate it had the bearings already pressed on the axles when I received it. I spent far more time prepping and painting the rear end than I did assembling and installing it. Got it through Frank at Prodigy - good service and pricing.

[MonzaRacer]

never tried to press bearings with arbor press always used hydraulic press

[CarlC]

and use lots of anti-seize.

I recommend not using anti-seize on bearing shafts or housings. The metals used in most anti-seize compounds can cause fit problems. A light hydraulic oil is sufficient.

[LowBuckX]

I use redline assembly lube when pressing anything now.. Great stuff

[ProdigyCustoms]

As WMHjr said, our Mosers come already pressed on and only need bolted in.

[silver69camaro]

I recommend not using anti-seize on bearing shafts or housings. The metals used in most anti-seize compounds can cause fit problems. A light hydraulic oil is sufficient.

Can you explain? Never had a problem in the past...

[killer69]

Honestly, I've never seen the bearings pressed on the axles before from the manufacturer. It takes a decent press to get the things on (we use a 20-ton), and use lots of anti-seize.

our "Crate" rears come fully assembled. axles and center section installed.

Sorry Matt

but your correct they are REALLY Tight!!

[silver69camaro]

our "Crate" rears come fully assembled. axles and center section installed.

Sorry Matt

but your correct they are REALLY Tight!!

That makes sense, I've never ordered a complete axle assembly before...just axles.

[killer69]

Matt lets be honest all you have to do is walk into the shop and grab a set ............. that is why you have never ORDERED any

:enguard: hahahah