[TowerTalk] Thrust Bearing

[K7LXC@aol.com]

In a message dated 98-07-24 19:10:39 EDT, kc8pg@tir.com writes:

<<  I found that the alum housing had worn very rough and
 bearings were hanging up. I cleaned them up and lubed them with a gud
 low temp grease and re-assmed them.  >>

      Actually Rohn says not to lubricate these bearings. The problem is that
dirt and other contaminants will get in, stick to the grease and increase the
wear. They are, as you know, wide open to the weather. 

      My recommendation is to replace any Rohn thrust bearing that has gouged
or worn races. It ain't worth having them fail when they are obviously towards
the end of their service life. 

Cheers,  Steve  K7LXC

Champion Radio Products
http://www.championradio.com

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