CLINT_EZRA wrote:I did this job last night, EXACTLY how you explained even down to the threaded
Bolt down the eyes of the sockets? I'm not a monkey when it comes
To spanners but this clip just wouldn't ping out? Nightmare?
I'm greasing all my linkage but orange or smith can you tell me if I
Replace this bearing will it make a lot of difference or will
This top bearing have very slight play even from new?
The clip needs to be out before you attempt to move the bearing.
It's just technique - you'll get it. It does take me a good 10 minutes each time as time has passed since the last time I did it and I always forget!
I saw you cross threaded this post and Agent's response mentioning dental picks. They look like the perfect tool for the job (I just ordered some off ebay!). Maybe give them a hit.
I'm on my second top bearing in about 60 hours - I can tell when it's time as when you lift the rear of the bike up by the rear guard you get a clicking sound and feeling. That's the sign. I don't notice any play when it's new.