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Dirt36
06-12-2011, 04:57 PM
any tips to get my birdcages off the axel tubes? I need to replace the bearings in them. I have loosen all the bolts that hold them together cleaned the tubes but they will not come loose from the present location.

thanks, dirt36

dchamp3
06-12-2011, 09:23 PM
Try putting a little heat on them.

AmickRacing
06-13-2011, 12:01 AM
When I had to replace my axle tube, I found the sleeve was pretty corroded onto the axle tube on mine. I ended up taking the birdcage apart and pressing the sleeve off of the tube. Once I got it to move it slid off the rest of the way with a bit of effort.

Have you tried soaking it in some lube? I personally like Kroil, but I'd imagine about anything would do. Once you can break the corrosion bond it should get a lot easier.

cushionbumper
06-13-2011, 08:38 AM
a press is the way to go; from first hand experience.