Rear drive cushes

[triple1972]

Hi guys. I removed the rear drive cushes on my 76 400. It was a very challenging job. I ended up with some minor damage using drummel tool and chisels but I think it's just cosmetic. I found some Oem cushes and I would like to know if I have to press the new ones in or can I tap them in maybe using lubrication of some sort?

[Seizer]

Heat the wheel and freeze the inserts?


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[SUPERTUNE]

Heat the wheel and freeze the inserts?


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Heat to wheel really hot and don't freeze the insert.
If you freeze the insert it cools the hole too fast as you trying to push it in and you get the bushing stuck halfway in!
Do this before you put in the wheel bearings and seals.

Chuck

[triple1972]

Thanks Chuck. Should have asked about rear drive removal before I started. I had a bitch of a time but heating up the hub when installing made it very easy! I think they last a very long time.