Category Archives: Babycar

Bearing removal

The forward section of the drive shaft has a “pillow bearing” that was dry rotting on the rubber bits. I cut off the outside retainer ring by cutting through the rubber membrane, then went to work with the puller and … Continue reading

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Sans moteur

Yesterday, with the help of R and his air tools, we took the last steps to free the motor and transmission from the frame and body. Multiple steps to this, including dropping the driveshaft out, disconnecting speedo cable and clutch … Continue reading

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Big work coming…

Big things are about to happen to Babycar. As you can see – all the lights and bumpers are off. The radiator, carburetor, fuel lines and alternator are out. I treated the fuel tank, which I think will work fine … Continue reading

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