Hey Sam
Thank s again for the info
That's why I did not attempt to remove the ring. I was afraid the ring would be damaged and then I am stuck.
I have already reassembled the entire BB.
With the naked eye the bearings looked ok .At least with my eyesight .
I took the bike for a test ride and it was ok.....not REAL smooth...but ok
I would be happy to purchase new ones already sealed like pictured but I have just started looking with no real success
The pics of the BB have the plastic tube inside. I am sorry they are a little out of focus.
Maybe I'll go down stairs today and pull everything off again. It will sure be easier the 2nd time around
