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Q: What kind of performance enhancement should I expect from ceramic bearings?

…ceramic bearings are lighter, stronger and faster. Typically you will see about 2-3 times the life out of a ceramic bearing as compared to a standard bearing. This is because…

Q: I am going through a lot of clutch bell bearings, what can you recommend to get longer life?

…retainer to a tremendous amount of stress, as a result the bearings fail prematurely. The best solution is to use a bearing with a ball that will not expand and to do away with the…

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: How long does it take to break in a bearing?

…Unfortunately, it is not an exact science. Most bearings are packed in thick, viscous grease or with a light weight oil. As a result the bearing generally will not free spin to the…

Q: How do I remove my shields or seals?

…remove a rubber seal use a pen knife or sharp pointed object. In most cases the rubber cannot be re-used. Here is an instructional video: How to properly remove shields and seals

Q: How often should I clean and lube them and what lube should I use?

A: The only bearings that need to be lubed occasionally are the metal shielded bearings, and they need to be cleaned every 4 - 5 races depending on the length of each race.

Q: If I leave my ceramic hybrids dry will they wear faster?

A: Yes, while ceramic hybrid bearings do not need any lubrication to operate the steel races will have a longer life if they have a slight amount of lube on a regular basis.

Q: What is an ABEC Rating?

A: Precision ball bearings are manufactured to standards established by the Annular Bearing Engineers Committee (ABEC) of the American Bearing Manufacturers Association (ABMA). The…

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…