Installing Cageless Bearings

rcb130

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Is there a preferred method of installing cageless bearings? If yes, please indicate the steps, any type of orientation and any cautions.<br />Thanks<br />Rob
 

Dhadley

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Re: Installing Cageless Bearings

You'll need some Needle Bearing Assembly Grease. Do not use standard grease. <br /><br />We are talking about wrist pin bearings, right?
 

rcb130

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Re: Installing Cageless Bearings

Yes, we are talking wrist pin bearings.
 

Dhadley

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Re: Installing Cageless Bearings

Yep, just get the Assembly Grease and line them up. The grease works better if it's chilled first. Or just buy the caged wrist pin bearings.
 
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