Removing driveshaft bushing (above the waterpump)

[imjus4u2nv]

I need to replace the driveshaft on my 1996 s150. I got the circlip out but cant budge the bushing. I ordered a blind slide hammer, but was wondering if anyone has replaced this before and has any tips.

Thanks.

 

[wspitler]

You might try a slide hammer with a seal puller or, in the past, I have had to drill a small hole on the side of the bushing, then use a screw and slide hammer to pull it out. Use care not to damage the housing. I'm not sure how deep or the material of the bushing. Mine have been fine and I always go back in with a lot of silicon grease. As long as you don't damage the housing, you can cut it up and pull it out in pieces. Good luck

 

[imjus4u2nv]

Let's hope the slide hammer works, cutting out sounds like problems.

 

[Bloodweiser]

that looks like a bugger, have you called a shop to ask what they use??

 

[imjus4u2nv]

that looks like a bugger, have you called a shop to ask what they use??

Dont have anyone I can call, will try the slide hammer and see of ot comes loose without wrenching on it too hard. If it dont come out easily may try to just put lower unit on and see what happens, dont think it was causing issues before so maybe will be fine - issue know sure how to tell of it's not fine (will water shoot out somewhere or will it mess something up)?

 

[seasick]

Found this post online:
Thanks for the information. After I posted the original question, I went to US Bearing on International Airport Rd here is Anchorage. They showed me the blind hole bearing puller sets they sell - the tool you described. But I was not ready to spend $200 on the set that I would use once every 10 years. With some more reseach on the Internet and some phone calls, I found out that O'Reilly Auto Parts stores rented a slide hammer and a blind hole bearing puller attachment. After 3 days of dinking around trying to fabricate a tool to remove the bushing, I got it out in 3 minutes with the right tool.

Maybe a trip to the auto store will help
Good luck

 

[Bloodweiser]

Post what you find out

 

[imjus4u2nv]

Found this post online:
Thanks for the information. After I posted the original question, I went to US Bearing on International Airport Rd here is Anchorage. They showed me the blind hole bearing puller sets they sell - the tool you described. But I was not ready to spend $200 on the set that I would use once every 10 years. With some more reseach on the Internet and some phone calls, I found out that O'Reilly Auto Parts stores rented a slide hammer and a blind hole bearing puller attachment. After 3 days of dinking around trying to fabricate a tool to remove the bushing, I got it out in 3 minutes with the right tool.

Maybe a trip to the auto store will help
Good luck

I have that exact tool coming in the mail mid next week (dolidnt think of the autoshops)
Will report back

 

[gw204]

I know I've done that job before...but I can't remember how I got the old bushings out.

In looking at your pics though, I think I would just cut it in half using a hack saw blade.

 

[Fish- on]

I replaced them on my twin 150's. One was in very bad shape had a hard time removing the lower unit spline past the bushing. I used a hack saw blade and cut it in a few places. Take your time and you will be fine.

 

[imjus4u2nv]

I will try the hammer slide first and see if any help, and then go to saw if needed or doesnt come out easy (waiting for part to come first, dont want to remove until replacement comes hopefully mod this week).
Rumors of them closing boat ramps om long island got me worried.

 

[imjus4u2nv]

Got the blind hole hammer slide today- it grabbed the bushing great but still couldnt get it too budge.
Resorted to the hack small blade by hand and as ou guys said, the copper inside broke into pieces lightly prying and chipping at it, and it came out. The rubber was stuck in but came out pretty easily. There is a ton of salt build up that I am working on, may wait for part before i go any further.

 

[Bloodweiser]

can you post a image of that puller? i would like to see it/

 

[imjus4u2nv]

Here is a picture of the puller and the area cleaned up a little. Does anyone know if inside should be smooth, part looks like there would be some channels in there for the bushing to grab onto. Going to leave as is until part gets here as I dont want to take away to much of the crud and have it spin.

 

[imjus4u2nv]

Another pic

 

[seasick]

Try spraying some vinegar and letting it sit for 20 minutes, Scrub will a wire brush . That bore is still pretty gummed You can also use a piece of emery paper to help clean up the sides.Just take it easy

 

[imjus4u2nv]

Try spraying some vinegar and letting it sit for 20 minutes, Scrub will a wire brush . That bore is still pretty gummed You can also use a piece of emery paper to help clean up the sides.Just take it easy

Thanks, afraid to clean up to much until I check for or someone can let me know what it should like in there. I was imagining something that would have grooved to match the replacement (maybe just pressure and the circlip hold the bushing in place/from spinning).

I notice a groove on the bottom of the opening, not sure what that is for (possibly a key to hold bushing in place or drainage?).

There is also a small drain hole in the pump housing iwas trying to figure out what it did and if related. Seems this hole would create suction and pull water out of the driveshaft area -just a guess.

 

[seasick]

I think the bushing is just pressure fit. The clip keeps it from sliding out. I would expect you to need a bit of force to get the bushing seated and maybe a swipe of grease on the inside of the hole.

 

[imjus4u2nv]

Mission accomplished - thanks guys. You were right just pressure fit. I cleaned up area really good and greased it up- used a bolt with a washer and pushed it in with a hammer, circlip took a little work but got in using a pair of small needle nose since I dont jave the right tool.
Thanks again everyone!!!

 

[seasick]

That looks sooo much better.