Broke My Cabelas Grinder

[COEngineer]

The bearing puller tools available at the auto parts store are not ideal for this small of appliance, however, I was able to get the worn-out bearing off and install a new one. Got it put back together and it runs! (still loud, like when it was new, but not making the really loud rattling/clacking sound).

A couple things I learned, in case I or someone else looks back at this thread to help troubleshoot:

1. Find the right bearing puller (automotive ones are too big to fit in the tight spaces).
2. Try to find a fiber gasket instead of using a caulk-like gasket maker. Something like this: https://www.govets.com/garlock-226-...k3-4QTZqb478Dhilx8wDKb4epXXQbqzDMEPVV5caMdPkU

 

[COEngineer]

Also, I don't know what the gear lubricant from the factory is - it is super thick, almost doesn't flow at all at room temp. I replaced what I lost while working on it with SAE 75W-90, the thickest stuff I had on hand.