bluemonster1
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Has anyone done so and how do they stand up? Where would be the best place to find them with decent prices? May cost more but will last a long long time.. any info on this would be helpful and thanks in advance guys..
shaggyzr2
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I bought some for mine, haven't used them yet though. Got them here. http://www.ebay.com/sch/ceramicracer/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=25&_trksid=p3692
bluemonster1
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those are cheap compared to some sites.Ceramic bearings run between $70 to $120 a piece..now there are ceramic coated bearings.steel balls coated..but once the ceramic wears away you get a sloppy bearing.Now pure ceramic bearings will outlast regular steel bearings 5 times at least according to many sites.So one has to think if it is reasonable to spend that much money.
I think it may be worth it for the drive and jack shaft.
I think it may be worth it for the drive and jack shaft.
shaggyzr2
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From what I've heard...the ceramic bearings are good for high heat applications so I would think regular steel bearings would be just as good for idler wheel bearings, axle bearings etc.
Backwoods M Max
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I think maybe if you were to put them in when the sled was new you might just be coming up on your cost return. At this point 15 years into the life of a vehicle that is ultimately disposable would seem kind of foolish.
bluemonster1
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true for sure..maybe if you were racing that you would look for that little extra advantage as well.
A couple of bucks
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Ceramic racer has the smooooooothest bearings. That is, without going into the mega buck bearing range.
http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/261486328042
http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/251488445399