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Post by scootnwinn on Sept 25, 2013 13:01:43 GMT -5
I can see how unsealing them can cause issues as they aren't designed to be unsealed but leaving them sealed won't make any difference at all. I've seen a couple of bearings in my time on earth too. The right way to do this is to get the right bearings and install them rather than modifying the wrong kind... Or does all your experience teach you its best to use the wrong parts??
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Post by sailracer on Sept 25, 2013 16:24:15 GMT -5
I agree with you there. I did'nt tell him to buy those, But I still say remove the seal, clean it out and run it like that . The only possible issue would be If he damages the cage when removing the seal. The bearing will be better off without it. I have done this on a few occasions when an open bearing was not immediately available.I Know bearings, and I know gearboxes. I would not suggest something if I thought It was going to create problems. Truth is, the bearing (in this case ) is better off without the seal.
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Post by gsragtop on Sept 25, 2013 16:27:20 GMT -5
[replyingto=salracer]sailracer[/replyingto]Yeah I was told the open bearings were no longer available, and this is what they had available..
Suggestions to take the seal out ??
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Post by sailracer on Sept 25, 2013 16:46:35 GMT -5
Whoever told you that, told you a boldfaced lie, They most certainly do come without seals . Try www.grainger.com, or go to an industrial supply shop in your area. I bet you can get em cheaper too. I've bought literally thousands of bearings in my career. Personally, I wwould run them open if it were me, No harm leaving them sealed either. Your choice.Did you try partsforscooters or scrappydog?If the seals are steel, leave them alone, If they are vinyl or rubber, take them out. |
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