Re: removing large suspension bushings without a press (generic content)

[Orin Eman <orin@wolfenet.com>]

> In a message dated 97-05-28 03:00:56 EDT, posne@cts.com (mike posner) writes:

> << That my Schley super wheel bearing puller would not work
>  as the diameter of the puller is way too big. Trying to hammer it out is
>  out of the question- from the heft of the bushing and that of the thick
>  steel bracket,it would seem to require a 15 to 25 ton press to get the job
>  done. Anyhow ,if anyone has any ideas
>  before I throw in the $300 towel, tia.  Mike Posner >>

> Maybe 12 tons would suffice?  JC Witney has a 12 ton hydraulic press for $150
> + 10% off for new customer discount 'til May 31st, but for obvious reasons it
> has to be shipped via trucking co.  Ph#312/431-6102

Harbor Freight Tools have a 12 ton shop press for $99.99, free shipping
(though they'll probably ask for a handling charge, less than $5 as I recall).
Item # is 33497-2NEA; their number is 800 423 2567.  I have a similar
press I got from them last year - they shipped it US MAIL!  Two rather
heavy boxes, some assembly required...

Orin.