742 case suregrip thrust block

[NZ68RT]

I'm fitting green bearings to my 8 3/4 and have read the threads about removing the thrust block to make sure there is no excess side loading, how do you remove it ?. I can move it maybe 1/4 inch side to side but it seems to be captive.

Thanks

Steve

[firefighter3931]

Steve, there is a pin that holds the thrust block in place....most of the time it is broken and the block is just floating in there. You will probably have to pull the centersection to remove the pin and thrust block. 

Ron

[NZ68RT]

Thanks Ron,  I have the center out and it looks to me like there are two pieces with a pin through the centre of them, is that correct ?. Can I simply drive the pin out with a punch ? I guess if the pin was broken you would have two round button shaped pieces with a "T" shape if looked at side on, one either side.

[firefighter3931]

Yep, just pop the pin out with a punch. 

Ron

[Chryco Psycho]

is the sure grip a 2 spider gear / cone type or the 4 spider clutch type /
if has the cone type you need to slit the sure grip in two to get the block out

[rcannon440]

Steve
I'm removing the green bearings from my axle and going back to the original except I need the thrust block and the adjuster for the axles. Did you get rid of these pieces and if not would you be willing to sell them?
Rob