Reddit reviews OTC Tools 4581 Slide Hammer and Blind Hole Bearing Puller Set
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The OTC blind hole bearing puller set is for those jobs requiring an internal pullset includes four collets sizes 7/16 inch to 1/2 inch, 9/16 inch to 11/16 inch, 5/8 inch to 1 inch, and 1 inch to 1-1/4 inch which fit a wide range of applicationsSelect the appropriate sized collet by comparing it with the application. Insert the collet, expand it to fit the hole, and then attach the slide hammerIncludes a 2-1/2 pound slide hammer with a T-handleBlow-molded plastic storage case keeps set contents organized and protected from loss
For you first question, it should be fine. Both the shaft and surrounding bore are the same diameter both at the point where it is mounted flush and deeper in where you pushed it to. It would just make it more difficult to remove next time. It's just a seal as long as it makes good contact with both the inner and outer surfaces it will do its job.
For your second question I had a destroyed bearing as well like yours and used a bearing puller (This one https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0002SRH7Y?keywords=bearing%20puller&qid=1457485569&ref_=sr_1_6&s=automotive&sr=1-6) which expands and locks into the old outer bearing race. Then hammered it from the other side. Also applied some heat to the hub with a blowtorch to expand it a little.