STBird I wish I'd found this forum a long time ago instead of just now. I shared your DC spindle dilemma. A shame those old spindles are no longer offered. Too good of a design. Very rebuildable. Very tough. Bearings and seals available at any bearing house, trailer sales, Amazon, or Ebay. I...
I know it's after the fact but for others with the same problem on their mid 2000 Silver Eagles with this spindle: Remove the 3 double set screws on that collar. Tap with a punch counterclockwise. Remove seal and snap ring. (shaft comes right out) Do same to bottom side. Punch out race (cup) and...