Best bearings?

[Panther F]

You're right on all points but on tanks the bearings give a more precise tracking especially on the idler where track alignment is critical.




Jeff

[tc1cat]

1 thing that nobody has said yet is; watch out for grease in the bearings that is not compatible with plastic. I have seen this be a problem in the tanks and should be the same for the trucks. I am not sure how you tell without just buying plastic compatible greased bearings to begin with. Ask your hobby shop or your supplier.

[Panther F]

Lynn is so right... plastic compatible grease.

If in doubt I just toss them into a container full of 70% alcohol and shake, letting it sit for a few minutes then dry them out thoroughly, then apply the proper lubricant to the bearings.

My third tank I built the bearings came from Boca who advertises the correct grease for use in plastic. From that point on I always take the precautionary steps.

Use of the incorrect grease will destroy the surrounding plastic.





Jeff