Bearing Packer (1 Viewer)

[Jim_Phillips]

Whenever I do a job myself I like to buy a tool with some of the money I've saved. I'm thinking of buying a bearing packer and was wondering whether it is worth it. Can anyone who owns one say whether it is worthwhile. Pros / cons?

Cheers, Jim

 

[cruiserman]

I bought one at Sears, and I use it occasionally. It works pretty well.

 

[bjowett]

They make properly packing a bearing easy... I can't think of any downsides off hand. Store it in a plastic zip lock bag to keep it clean.

 

[Hltoppr]

I've got a cheapo plastic bearing packer that has lasted for years. Well worth the $10 (about $6L for you...) as it makes repacking the bearings much easier than the old grease in the hand method.

-H-

 

[Beowulf]

Jim,

I want one too and will buy one before the next wheel bearing repack.

If you're going to reward yourself, don't do it with a $10 bearing backer. Get yourself one of those new Snap-On IM61 impacts and a set of impact swivel sockets. :G

Be GOOD to yourself!

-B-

 

[Junk]

Nah - I like being all greasy Grease is good. :G

 

[Jim_Phillips]

I know this is not the most exciting topic - however, advice is much needed. Before I spend my $15, would someone who knows a little about bearing packers mind looking at this link:

http://www.premiertools.co.uk/cat763_1.htm

Does this look like the right tool for the job?

-B- I know it's not what you have in mind, but that sort of investment just won't wash...

Cheers, Jim

 

[Scamper]

I've got two bearing packers--one right-hand and one left-hand. Like Junk, I like to be greasey...mmmmm...grease...good... :, and I've not lost one yet! (though come close a few times with table saw)

Tom

 

[Beowulf]

Jim,

One like this would be better. It is sold by Sears but made by Lisle. Maybe you can find a source in the UK. It's US $20.

http://www.sears.com/sr/product/det...RS&prod_id=00947069000&fromAuto=null&bidsite=

The seal installation tool on the site you posted might be a good tool to have. :G

-B-