Does this Bendix Bushing need replaced?

[nightrider05]

Ok..So I have never had to replace one of these before and I really have never paid close attention to them.

Is this one in need of replacement? The crown of it broke away..the rest looks alright.

How hard is it to pull one of these?

Please excuse the absolute nastiness of this...It is getting thoroughly cleaned.

 

[nightrider05]

God that looks sooo nasty.

And in case anyone is wondering..the bendix grenaded in this one.

 

[Moto360]

Yes you need to replace that bushing. A blind bearing puller with slide hammer is the easy way. But you could cut it with a dremal tool. Just be careful of the case. Then press in the new one.

But ya replace

Moto360

 

[junkyardj]

is this a typical wear item for people or it this just because the bindex grenaded? was there a washer behind the bindex?

 

[demolition_x]

you can get them from mcmaster dirt cheap. I used a bolt just the right size so it bit in the bushing and spin it with a ratchet while pulling on it.

 

[nightrider05]

is this a typical wear item for people or it this just because the bindex grenaded? was there a washer behind the bindex?

From what I can see through a few searches I done on here, the item just simply wears out.

There was a washer behind it. There was small slivers of metal through out from the bendix going..that could have played a role.

you can get them from mcmaster dirt cheap. I used a bolt just the right size so it bit in the bushing and spin it with a ratchet while pulling on it.

Thanks..I saw a link for the Mcmaster bushings. May have to go that route and just order a few of them in case I ever need them. I just hate paying $12 shipping on a few dollar part!

May have to order a few other things from them.

I think I am going to try the puller that uses a tap, nuts and washers. Looks like the easiest route.

 

[Matt_E]

You can get the old bushing out with an EZ-out.
If it were me, I would buy an OEM bushing that fits right and has the grease grooves in it.
It's not expensive.
I think I have one laying around. If you want it, just pay me shipping. (I need to check and make sure I have it, though!)

EDIT: Never mind, I can't find it.

 

[JetManiac]

I use a slide hammer with vise grips attached to a tap that is cut into the bushing.

 

[Freakrider]

if I remember correctly, the OEM bushing is $8.00.

 

[nightrider05]

Thanks guys!

Theres a good chance I will have a reason to make a trip this next week that takes me by a dealer. Will just pick one up at that time.

 

[Matt_E]

Does that dealer have those in stock?

 

[nightrider05]

Does that dealer have those in stock?

Sorry..Didn't see your question.

No...nearly no dealers stock this part..Takes roughly a week to get in and they all want at least $10 each....couple places wanted around $13 for one.

 

[wsuwrhr]

I use a slide hammer with vise grips attached to a tap that is cut into the bushing.

A slide hammer?

If you have done this before sucessfully, consider yourself lucky you haven't broke a tap in the process.

Brian

 

[Shifty]

One removal method that may work would be to find a length of round rod that has the same OD as the bendix pilot. If you fill the bushing cavity up with grease, insert rod and give it a smack with a hammer the pressure created may drive the bushing out. It may not work since the spiral groove may evacuate the grease to fast.

This works with Berdan primed shell casings but you use water instead of grease.

 

[Matt_E]

So what do you do with the Berdan cases after that?
Drill a center flash hole?

 

[nightrider05]

BTW...In case anyone runs into this..

I ordered the bushings from Boats.net for about $6.38 each. I ordered two just in case I ever need another one. Shipping was around $6 as well. They at least ship through USPS First Class which is about half the cost of UPS.

 

[OCD Solutions]

Why not replace the cover bushing too while you're at it? I ordered and changed mine out in pairs.

 

[Shifty]

If I remember correctly, you debur the crimp, swage with a ball bearing to tighten the pocket, then drill the flash hole.

I don't reload, I just looked into it since I have a bunch of South African Surplus.


The primers do come out easily with the above method though. You can use a puch or drift down the case neck to force the primer out from the rear (on some type of anvil of course)

So what do you do with the Berdan cases after that?
Drill a center flash hole?

 

[nightrider05]

Why not replace the cover bushing too while you're at it? I ordered and changed mine out in pairs.

You know..I thought about that AFTER I placed the order.

But..I have probably 10 stator covers laying around. If one of the bushings goes bad, I will just swap out the cover for one that has a good bushing.