To replace the bearings:
(Do not remove collet closer from spindle)
Rear Bearing Replacement:
- Remove the collet.
- Remove the rear snap-ring.
- Pull knurled knob, rear bearing and drawtube completely out of the collet closer.
- Remove bearing retainer snap-ring.
- Install the new bearing.
- Reassemble, or scroll down to replace front bearing.
Front Bearing Replacement:
- Remove the collet.
- Remove anti-rotation bracket.
- Remove four air hoses (push-lock fittings).
- Remove front snap-ring.
- Slip collet closer body off main bearing mount.
- Remove bearing retainer snap-ring.
- Install the new bearing.
- Reassemble and verify concentricity.
Dunham Collet Closer Parts List
(Seals highlighted in blue)