Topic: Yeah, we'll just fix those oil leaks and tune it up. LOL (77 CB550)

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

Send your parts to Nils for vapor blasting.  That's why his parts look so new and clean.

Indeed I have a number of times, but I'm not inclined to tear down this set of wheels and I'm wondering if he blasted the hubs in place or used another method.

I don't see why they cannot be blasted whole.

But the media would get into the bearings.  Nils??

Redeemed by Nils!

When I answered, I assumed removal of old bearings and replacement with new ones, but Nils offers a second option of blocking off the bearings.  With an older CB and the prolific availability of new wheel bearings, unless they are brand new, I would think it would be a good idea to remove and replace.

[NobleHops]

Redeemed by Nils!

When I answered, I assumed removal of old bearings and replacement with new ones, but Nils offers a second option of blocking off the bearings.  With an older CB and the prolific availability of new wheel bearings, unless they are brand new, I would think it would be a good idea to remove and replace.

I agree, and modern bearings that are sealed on both sides are nice. But it's good to have the options if its a scarce wheel, or they were just replaced.

[Stev-o]

Send your parts to Nils for vapor blasting.  That's why his parts look so new and clean.

Indeed I have a number of times, but I'm not inclined to tear down this set of wheels and I'm wondering if he blasted the hubs in place or used another method.

I don't see why they cannot be blasted whole.

But the media would get into the bearings.  Nils??

Redeemed by Nils!

When I answered, I assumed removal of old bearings and replacement with new ones, but Nils offers a second option of blocking off the bearings.  With an older CB and the prolific availability of new wheel bearings, unless they are brand new, I would think it would be a good idea to remove and replace.

Had this discussion with a buddy. He said why replace perfectly good bearings that test good with some Chinese version?   Hmmmm......interesting point!

[RAFster122s]

Yes, never a fan of retiring some parts early, but doing preventive maintenance with good parts changed out before they fail allows you to have less interruption in operation and controlled cost within that maintenance program.  Somethings are really best changed out before they reach end of life or exceed typical MTBF  ( Mean Time Between Failure) time intervals.  It is those outliers failing early that are frustrating.

These days even some great bearing makers like SKF have some bearings made in China. Whether they are the same quality I am betting they are as the company would not wish to submarine their reputation over a few dollars, but beancounters have convinced those in charge at many companies to do so.  The pressure of modern stockholders and wall street is fierce for many companies.
David

[calj737]

Never surprised, always impressed!

FTFY, Stev-o 

Its hard not to expect "perfect" from Nils after his persistence at performing the extraordinary on the ordinary. I'd say it gets old, but honestly, it never does. Such is the addiction to Bike Porn 

[BLAC]

Do those plugs come in any other sizes? Like something small enough to fit into a blind threaded hole?  . Love you nils 

[NobleHops]

Do those plugs come in any other sizes? Like something small enough to fit into a blind threaded hole?  . Love you nils 

You bad man. Gonna be a while before you forget that good head scratcher I gave you, eh? 

[BLAC]

  

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

No Skittles for you!