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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: What is the best water proof seal?
…There is no true water proof seal for bearings. Bearing seals are primarily designed to retain the lubrication inside the bearing. Most bearing seals are considered water repellant…
Q: How much maintenance do bearings require?
…depends on the type of enclosures and lubricants your bearings have. Rubber sealed or Ultra sealed bearings require no maintenance and the lube is good for the life of the bearing.…
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: 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?
…bearing. The green seal is the one to remove to expose the open side. However, on the front bearing there is no need to remove either seal. Keeping both seals on offers better…
Q: How do I properly spin test my fishing reel bearings before installation?
A: We always suggest testing ceramic bearings by putting them under load. Fishing reel bearings are relatively small and ceramic is much lighter than steel so there is just not…
Q: I prefer to buy a bearing kit that is maintenance free aspossible. Which bearing kit is the least maintenance intensive?
A: Rubber sealed bearings will always offer the most protection and be the most maintenance free.