Material 6061 ALUMINUM
Why do I need to replace my OEM bearing carrier?
What advantages does the Twin Row carrier have over the Tapered carrier?
The advantage with a Twin Row ball bearing is that it has a much better sealing system to prevent water from entering the bearings causing rust and corrosion. The disadvantage is that a ball bearing can't handle as much of a side load as the tapered bearing can, nor can it be disassembled, inspected and repacked with grease. Ball bearings are best suited for high speed (10,000 RPM) and radial loads. A radial load would be an up down forward backward load. An axle will never rotate at speeds necessary for a ball bearing. An axial load (side to side) on a ball bearing can cause premature failure. A blow to the end of an ATV axle would be an axial load. A tapered bearing is best suited for slower speeds (3000 RPM) and both radial (up and down) and axial loads (side to side). Best all around use, hard cornering, being hit from the side from another racer, and crashing or flipping landing hard on the end of the axle.
Do I need to greese the bearings in my bearing carrier?
No. The Twin Row bearing carrier uses sealed bearings and do not require greasing.
Will this bearing carrier fit all my stock components?
Yes. It will fit all factory parts as well as most aftermarket parts.
How important is it to have a strong center tube?
Without a strong center tube the inner bearing race can be crushed causing bearing derailment or failure. RPM uses 4130 steel (chromoly) to prevent this from happening.
Will I loose any chain adjustment with this carrier?
No.
How can I tell if my stock carrier is damaged?
You may be able to feel roughness or resistance in the rotation of
the axle in the carrier. It also may start getting hot and smelling like
burnt grease.
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