Is bearing carrier scrap metal?

[abgarza]

Removing bearings from the bearing carrier, i noticed a piece missing off the o-ring channel wall. Is it headed to the scrap heap? Is it repairable?

 

[F_R]

Might even be too far gone to make good junk. Just kidding, but yes it is no good.

 

[abgarza]

Well, I wanted to learn. I sure am getting schooled.

Thanks F_R. I'll be ordering that as well.

 

[gm280]

abgarza, I would make that opinion after seeing the price of a new one. If the prices is reasonable, it would be scrap. But if a new one was in the hundred dollar range, I would be repairing that part. So it really depends on the price to replace. Some times parts can be repaired if you have the machining capability.

 

[abgarza]

Thank you gm280. I found a new old stock for $75.00. I already ordered it and will sell off or return the bearings i don't use. I wasn't sure if that part could be repaired or not.