How to mechanic BB service continued.
Let's see what was in there. Loose balls. That is good setup for a bike, but not a positive situation for an aging male. If you have this situation, I suggest switching from boxers to briefs or boxer briefs. That will provide some support/stability and tighten things up a bit.
Manufacturers started using caged bearings as a cost cutting and assembly reduction process. You can find the correct size bearing for your model at Velobase.
