Originally Posted by
Andrew R Stewart
I question the assumption that a "bad" bearing was the reason the photo shows rust. I also suspect that the bearing shown had a bunch of side play/slop. After all rust is an abrasive. But replacing the bearings will change more then just the initial condition of the bearings. Andy
There is no rust, the photo is just bad quality (poor light conditions). The bearing is seized, the grease is lacking and "burned". But you are right, the bearing is not "bad", but badly assembled. I hope to do a good job, first time 😨. Still waiting for the bearings to arrive.