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Q: I noticed that your Green Seal RC Car & Truck Bearings are "maintenance free and lubed for the life of the bearing." Would these bearings still be maintenance free if run in wet conditions, or even submerged in water?
…through mud, water and dirt. However if submerged for a length of time it could result in corrosion and subsequent failure. As long as the seals are kept intact they will last you…
Q: What is the best way to maintain my bearings?
A: 1) Soak your bearings in mineral spirits or paint thinner to remove any grease or particulates. 2) Blow bearing out with compressed air. 3) Place a light drop of oil on the…
Q: Are Orange Seal Bearings maintenance free?
…most fishing enthusiasts use oil as lubrication it is very difficult to retain it in the bearing even with seals. The seals will prolong the use of the bearing before re-oiling…
Q: How long does it take to break in a bearing?
…the bearing normally and it will break in naturally. The more you use the bearing the more broken in it becomes until eventually it is so broken in that it is time to replace it.
Q: Are the seals fixed or held in place by c-clips?
A: On the removable shields there are c-clips to hold them in place.
Q: Should I remove the shields or seals from my engine bearings?
…in the rear which would help to protect the rest of the engine from any foreign matter getting through. This should not be done with one seal. If you find your engine is stingy in…
Q: How do I calculate the amount of side or thrust load that a bearing can take?
A: Typically a radial bearing can take 5% of its Radial Load in a Thrust Load capacity.
Q: How do I remove the bearings from my RC engine?
A: Place your engine housing in an oven at 325°-350° for 5 to 10 minutes. When you remove it from the oven your old bearings should fall right out, if not heat the engine a little…
Q: How do I remove my shields or seals?
…a small hole. Then peel the shield back with the awl. Removable metal shields are held in place with a retaining ring. Run a sewing needle along the inside of the outer race to pop…
Q: What kind of maintenance do sealed bearings require?
…can remove the seals and soak the bearings in our Clean Touch over night. Then you can re-lube them with your lube of choice. Just keep in mind that the thinner the lube is, such…
Q: What does Radial Play mean?
A: Radial Play refers to the fit or clearance of the balls in the bearing. The normal range is from C2 to C5. C2 would be the tightest fit and would not have much room allowed for…
Q: How do your different RC bearing lines compare to the stock bearings that came pre-installed. How much longer will they last?
…without having extremely detailed data about your application. But Boca Bearings has been in business since 1987 and we stand behind our product 100%. We will always replace or…