[TowerTalk] THRUST_BEARING_WANTED

[W1GOR]

George,

If you cannot find a replacement thrust bearing through Ham Radio sources, 
you might look up the name of your local industrial bearing distributor.   I 
have found that very few thrust bearings are unique to Ham Radio, and are 
generally replaceable by an industrial replacement.  The only differences 
that I've seen are the galvanizing and grease fittings.   Thrust bearings 
are used for many industrial applications, although they may not be 
galvanized.  An application of rust-preventative paint will provide adequate 
protection from the weather.  Many heavy-duty industrial bearings are 
designed with grease (Zerk) fittings that allow (encourage..?) periodic 
re-lubrication.

73, Larry - W1GOR



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "George" <w2yj at highstream.net>
Sent: Monday, January 17, 2005 8:31 AM
Subject: [Antennas] THRUST_BEARING_WANTED


>I wonder if anyone has a Hi-Gain thrust bearing for a HG-52SS crank up 
>tower. The tower is no longer made and Texas Towers can't help me.
> Thanks.
> George  W2YJ