Tips for Handling New Ball Bearing:
Most competition RC racers will clean the grease on the new ball bearings and apply ball bearing oil on them. (i.e. Yeah Racing High Speed Bearing Oil / Lube #YA-0215). As re-oiling the ball bearing allows the RC cars to run smoother and makes the bearings more durable.
Tips for Maintaining Old Ball Bearing:
By removing the old bearing oil, it will reduce the friction in the bearing, thus making RC car faster.
Below are some tips in cleaning the ball bearings.
Preparation:
High Speed Bearing Oil / Lube (#YA-0215)
Universal Cleaning Case (#YA-0223)
Aluminum Bearing Inner Size Measurer For 2-14mm GM (#YT-0021GM)
Step 1: Cleaning
Soak the ball bearings with volatile degreaser (i.e. brake cleaner)/ apply motor spray on them.
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Step 2: Shake & Soak
Shake the bearing case vigorously to remove dirt. It will loosen and remove the dirt trapped inside the bearings. Soak the bearings for another 15-30 minute. Repeat the process until the oil/liquid is clean.
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Step 3: Drying
Dry the ball bearing with hot air gun/ hair blower to prevent rusting of the bearing.
Step 4: Re-greasing
Apply light oil on the bearings, give it about 20 minutes to penetrate the seals and then clean the outsides up.
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Bearing Testing Tool
This tool can test the smoothness of the bearing. Put the bearing on the tool and turn the bearing to check its smoothness. If the bearing does not turn smoothly, then it’s time to get a new one.
Aluminum Bearing Inner Size Measurer For 2-14mm GM (#YT-0021GM)
