Rear axle bearings -- pressed on?

I am replacing the axle, and the bearing on my old axle -- well, it sure feels pressed on.

Who's right?

The general rule of thumb for bearing fits is that the bearing is tight on/in the rotating member. If the shaft is spinning, then the bearing(cone) is tight on the shaft. If the housing is spinning, then the outer race (cup) is tight in the housing. In the application you are discussing the shaft is spinning.....therefore the bearing(cone) fit is a tight fit. Although it may not need a press to come apart/go back together.

Fessman

Hope this helps..... ..... Ed
'52 8N475798

The procedure for renewing the axle bearings on the 9N-2N refers to a press.

When I get the parts this evening, we'll see.....

One thing you might try is calling a different dealer and see what they say.

Good Luck,
Roger.