Even More Rear Axle

H'm mm. 3 weeks later and still no joy on removing the bearing!!!!. I have removed the bearing retaining collar. This was done by carefully drilling the collar and then splitting with a chisel, taking care not to damage the shaft surface where the inner oil seal sits.

I completed the fabrication of the bearing pulling tool. However, when used it, I managed to strip the thread of the jacking bolt. This will now need to be repaired before I try again.

On a positive note, I've wire brushed the brake backing plate and brake drum. These have been primed and painted. I will post some picture of the half shaft, bearing tool and renovated brake parts when I get chance.