outcastrc

Dec 31 2005, 07:27 PM

Maybe some bearing are out there that can get wet but I know that most of the bearing I have ever used start to rust and seize once the get wet. So I make a point of WD-40ing them thoroughly then oiling them again. I know rubbber sheilded rust and so do metal sheilded. Maybe the expensive ceramic ones would work?

I was thinking that I would just bearing the internals and leave the wheels to fend for themselves. Pack between the 2 wheel bushings as much grease as possible and then just go have some fun.

It does raise a good point tho. First is there bearings that can take the water without damage. Second are bushings really all that bad?

I have been throwing bearings into everything for so long I don't question why... Maybe its not always the best solution...