Surfriding Stainless bearings for steering any better?

[OCD Solutions]

Is there any benefit to running stainless bearings over standard bearings in UMI steering setups? Did they originally come with stainless bearings?

I can buy a sleeve of 10 standard bearings for the price of 2 stainless ones.

 

[stanton]

stainless/??? get it!!

 

[OCD Solutions]

The other question I had was; if i do a bulk purchase and get the cost down, is anyone else interested in any?

 

[stanton]

if they are any good sure! test em and see

 

[oxnard111]

You gotta replace the non-stainless thrust bearings also, otherwise you're still gonna have rust inside of the bearing cap.

 

[OCD Solutions]

I run the JSS tuff thrust washer already so got that covered.

 

[augustaf]

The o rings don't last forever! I always make sure that the threads are degreased and install the lock nut with red threadlocker. I get a few years of use out of that and then just change the internals. Hot Products sells a kit cheaply. I would not bother with ss bearings.

 

[tricky1]

I run the JSS tuff thrust washer already so got that covered.

with the SS bearings and tuff thrust washer you will be set forever. I have been running that combo for several years now with no issues

 

[WB800BLASTER]

for steering i use SS shielded both sides, pretty sure part numbers ending ZZ. Pump just SS with no shield. You can also get plastic shielded as well but none are "sealed"

 

[OCD Solutions]

I just ordered enough to put together 10 kits complete with stainless bearings, o-rings, stainless radial washers and locking collars.

 

[smoofers]

My HX has a UMI steering setup on it. I threw in the Hot Products bearing kit (same as the stand up bearings) and they rusted within a few rides. I keep them lubed up but it really annoys the hell out of me that every time I ride there is black rusty drips on my cylinder head. Ugh...

I would love stainless bearings...

OCD would you consider just selling me the 2 bearings?

 

[OCD Solutions]

Yup, I had the same rust problem on one of my skis, that's why i started this.
All the parts will be available seperately or as a kit. I will add them to my website once i get them in stock.
www.ocd-solutions.com

 

[restosud]

just make sure to use good waterproof grease in the bearing cap cause if that ss bearing reacts with the alloy cap you'll never get it out.

 

[OCD Solutions]

just make sure to use good waterproof grease in the bearing cap cause if that ss bearing reacts with the alloy cap you'll never get it out.

There is only one way to go and that is Red and Tacky # 2

 

[restosud]

yup,and a jetski load of it too.

 

[smoofers]

There is only one way to go and that is Red and Tacky # 2
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I've been using that stuff for years... Glad I'm not the only one that swears by it!:beerchug:

 

[OCD Solutions]

Bearings came in tonight...

 

[chriselmore_1]

how much are the breaings?

 

[OCD Solutions]

how much are the breaings?

$20 shipped snail mail, $24 shipped USPS priority flat rate.

I should have complete rebuild kits available by the end of the week including locking split collars, O-rings and stainless thrust washers. I don't have final pricing in yet but should have the kits available for around $45. Each part will be available seperate as well.