Replacing RCK-60D Spindle Bearings

polarisnav

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BX2680
May 26, 2024
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Lincoln, CA
I've gone through belts and tension springs and at least one spindle is making noise even though it doesn't have any wobble. So, I guess it's time to consider replacing bearings. Is there a good Youtube video or thread someone can recommend?
 

pigdoc

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G1800S L2500
Aug 19, 2022
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You might not be able to detect 'wobble' if you don't release the tension on the drive belt.

Check my other reply today on this deck regarding the spindle bearings.

I have been running Chinese spindle bearings for a couple of years, and yes, they're noisy.
I just keep them well-greased, and am happy when I don't have to replace them this week.
Meanwhile, I got Timkens on the shelf.

-Paul
 

polarisnav

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BX2680
May 26, 2024
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Lincoln, CA
Thanks for the reply, Paul. I guess I can live with the noise but new springs don't last 10 minutes before they snap so I was thinking the bearings were trying to tell me they're the problem.