Guys, Thanks info on TB-3. Simply removed the kluge pipe flange and bearing now appears normal (as described by replyee's) 73 de Brian/K3KO -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/towertalkfaq.html Submissions: towertalk@contesting.com Administrative requests: towertalk-REQUEST@contesting.com Problems: owner-towertalk@contesting.com Search: http://www.contesting.com/km9p/search.htm