- Easy to use – this tool is designed specifically to remove bearings from wheelchair front casters
- Cost-effective – you don’t have to buy an entire set of tools just for one or two sizes
- Right tool for the job – most bearing tools are designed for bicycles or cars, not wheelchairs, so you have to make them work, which can damage your gear
- Less risk of damage – specialized tool reduces risk of damaging casters as compared to using a flat head screwdriver
This kit will work with R6 or 3/8″ ID front caster bearings. If you want your wheelchair to move faster, go farther and smoother, then you have to maintain your wheelchair’s bearings. Your wheelchair has bearings in three places: front caster, front fork and rear wheels. Most wheelchair manufacturers say you need to re-grease or change your front caster bearings yearly, and the forks and rear bearings as needed. With the right tools, this is easy to do. This Kit includes an R6 or 3/8″ Blind Bearing Puller, R6 or 3/8″ Bearing Installation Tool and Pin Punch which allows you to remove R6 or 3/8″ bearings found in your wheelchair’s front caster wheels. Used on the following wheelchair products: TiLite Wheelchair Front Caster R6 3/8″ LiteSpeed Billet Aluminum Wheels Any R6 or 3/8″ bearing. Warnings: Improper removal or installation of bearings can permanently damage casters, rear wheel hubs or caster stems. Please use caution when using brute force. Make sure you know the size and types of bearings on your wheelchair and buy the right sizes. If you have questions or if we can help please contact us.