Bearing press

[Chris1988]

Hey folks,
I have my L3901 front axel torn apart to replace the seals, in order to put it back together I need a bearing and seal press, there are many to choose from. A shop press is out of my price range, so I am looking for suggestions on the smaller kits.
I was wondering what people have and if they would get something else next time!
Thanks in advance for any and all suggestions.

 

[McMXi]

I've had a Dake 10 ton press for about 10 years and it's been great for all kinds of projects. I overhauled the transfer case in my Jeep TJ when I installed a SYE (slip yoke eliminator) kit and had to press out/in a bunch of bearings. I used it last weekend to squash a piece of 1/2" black pipe to make a bracket for the M6060. You can build one easily enough but there are plenty of cheap options available.

I would buy the model I have again, even though it's a tool that rarely gets used, but when you need it you need it. The FedEx delivery driver stopped by one weekend with her boyfriend since they needed to do a bunch of work on the front suspension components from a vehicle they owned, so if you buy one, you might not be the only one using it.

This is the model I have. It's a Dake B-10.

 

[Trash Panda]

https://www.harborfreight.com/12-ton-h-frame-floor-shop-press-70604.html

For under 200 bucks, you’re not gonna find a better value. Not sure if you’re near to a Harbor Freight for it to be practical, but I cannot recommend it enough.

 

[007kubotaguy]

I would take it apart before you buy a press. I don't think you will need one.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Yea I agree with @007kubotaguy
None of Kubota bearings are pressed in, and the seals are simply installed.
If the seal are pushed in, you don't need a press to do it, a hammer or a hammer and a board will do it.

 

[Runs With Scissors]

https://www.harborfreight.com/12-ton-h-frame-floor-shop-press-70604.html

For under 200 bucks, you’re not gonna find a better value. Not sure if you’re near to a Harbor Freight for it to be practical, but I cannot recommend it enough.

If you do end up needing a press, I will 2nd @Trash Panda recommendation!!!!!

I have had my HF unit for maybe 30’ish years, and it’s tough to beat for the money.

Although the Drake that @McMXi posted looks pretty nice too.