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Q: How much maintenance do bearings require?
…your bearings have. Rubber sealed or Ultra sealed bearings require no maintenance and the lube is good for the life of the bearing. Metal shielded bearings that use either grease…
Q: Also, can the greased bearings be used out the box, or should they be treated before use?
A: Yes, the stocked greased bearings can be used as is and will give you great performance.
Q: What kind of maintenance do sealed bearings require?
…of our sealed bearings are considered maintenance free and lubed for the life of the bearing. This is because they are packed with a heavy duty, lithium based grease. When the lube…
Q: Are greased bearings lubed for the life of the bearing?
A: No, traditional steel bearings always need lubrication to have a long life and lubrication will always be reduced over time as it will dissipate with use. How fast the…
Q: How should the Orange Seal bearings be handled before being used?
…work the oil into the bearing. Dry bearings can be more noisy but a light drop of oil will quiet them right down. If your bearings came packed in grease or oil land you would like…
Q: What is the best way to maintain my bearings?
…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 bearing. 4)…
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: The bearings I received have a green shield on one side and a black shield on the other. Should either of these be removed on the back bearing? What about the front? Are these colored differently to indicate direction or does this matter?
…offers better protection for the bearing. These bearings are lubed with grease and the seals will keep the grease in for the life of the bearing so there is no need to worry about…
Q: Should I remove the shields or seals from my engine bearings?
A: If your front bearing has two rubber seals you should not remove them. These bearings have their own grease and can help stop oil leaks. If your bearing has two shields, we…