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Old May 30, 2024 | 05:18 PM
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I believe there may be sand in the bearing after I removed the inner primary for repairs to the shift linkage. The bearing is in great condition. I am replacing the oil seal. Is it possible to get the sand out without removing the bearing? Recommendations? Flood it with brake cleaner? Water first then cleaner?
Just a little nervous. Thanks.
 
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Do not clean any bearing with water.

I would replace the bearing.

Now, the question everyone wants to ask...

How did you get sand into a bearing
 

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I'd replace it based on age and how difficult it is to go back in after the fact. The bearing really isn't that expensive.

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I live down a dirt road. When I pulled the inner I didn't know the amount of sand and oil on the back that was still there.
Is it difficult pulling after removing the clips? Manual is not very specific.
 
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Replace the bearing now or you will be tearing it apart again to replace it later.

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