These Oilite bearings replace the stock needle roller bearings. These eliminate the excess play that is usually present with the needle roller type and have to be greased.
These Oilite bearings are self lubricating by having lubricating particles impregnated in the manufacturing process so require very little maintenance and because they have a continuous contact surface with the pivot they do not have any play as the needle roller type and will last longer and eliminate any steering chatter caused by the needle roller type.
This design can be used with a slightly worn pivot so saving money replacing the pivot. The kit is for two arms so if you are doing all 4 on a MGF order two kits. If you are replacing the two front arms on a TF then order one kit.
The kit comprises of 4 bearings each 3/4" /19mm long, 4 O ring oil seals and a special bearing removal tool which enables the old needle bearing to be removed in a few seconds.NEW addition we are including the outer seal as well in this kit as the stock ones become ill fitting due to the grease.There is a slight price increase due to these additional parts.
Please note these should NOT be greased during service a few drops of oil is sufficient through the grease nipple or remove the nipple and use a small M6 screw to blank off.
Designed by Mike Satur.
Note You can now purchase a new design pivot bolt and thrust washers in 304 Stainless steel to compliment this kit. This will eliminate the issues of corrosion on the shaft,this can only be used with the bushing kits not the standard O.E. needle roller type of bearings..