OK, Tecate guys New questions post #16. Splitting cases? Changing bearings and seals?

[Hoosier_Daddy]

List of Polaris rear sprockets that fit and usually on ebay cheap:
http://www.3wheelerworldforums.com/s...t=60994&page=4

Just saw a discussion about this and they were suggesting something like up 2 in the front or down 6 in the rear.

thank you!

[Hoosier_Daddy]

I would use a bearing puller on a slide to remove them, and use the hot/cold technique in combination with a and brass drift to install them

I just happened to think about this one. When i install the crank bearings, do i install them onto the crank or put them in the cases and then put the cases back together and that forces the bearings on the crank? Because when i got the cases apart, the crank bearings are stuck on the crank itself. So, I'm not sure where to install the new crank bearings.

[nd4speed]

bearings in case.
does it look like bearings were spinning in case?

That's why I said freeze crank for easier assembly.

[tecat-z]

You either have to borrow the tool, or take the crank to a motorcycle shop and use the CORRECT tool. It goes between the attached bearing and crank half and wedges between the two. Forcing pushing the bearing off the journal. It's very simple with the tool, and is the only correct way to do this. With warm cases and cold bearings, the new bearings will push into cases with you thumbs. Do not beat on them! And remember to install seals first on the Tecate engines.

[Dirtcrasher]

My local Auto Parts store had this tool in a set of 2 for 38$. Worth there weight in gold!! I'll post up a pic for ya.....

[Hoosier_Daddy]

You guys are great with all the info. I appreciate it.