removal of steering stem lower bearing

[cbn70]

How do you take out the lower retaining ring for the lower steering stem bearing? What size hex wrench do you need to do this, or is there another way? thanks

[-Herbie-]

I don't know what size hex wrench you need but most people just get a 3/4" bolt from Lowes or Depot and 2 nuts. put the nuts on and tighten them against each other then use the hex end of the bolt to turn out the retainer with a wrench on the nuts. Or if you have a welder just buy one nut and weld it from turning.

[Drewski]

I'm pretty sure it's a 32mm hex driver. I didn't have one so I found a large nut that was still too large and I ground all 6 sides down on the bench grinder to fit.

[bansheesandrider]

If it is not rusted in place or overtightened, you can use a pair of 90 degree external snap ring pliers, just put the tips in opposite corners and squeeze and turn.

[ClimbAnyHill]

I made one last year.. Check it out: Stem Bearing Retainer Tool

[flyhighprerunner]

I made one last year.. Check it out: Stem Bearing Retainer Tool

 

 

Memo I never saw this, but then again I never go on that website! Good write up!