Inner cam bearings install

[kevmac]

Words on the bearings go in the case or face out?  thanx

[TXChop]

I've always installed them face out so you can see them when installed.

[Sonny S.]

me too 

[crazycalvin]

Makes no difference, but install them with writing out so you can see the bearing info without removing the bearings.  Later, Calvin.

[FSG]

Makes no difference, but install them with writing out so you can see the bearing info without removing the bearings.  Later, Calvin.

Makes no difference !!!  Not true, they are made to go in one way.

Assemble them with the markings against the shoulder of the installation tool, which means you can see the markings (bearing information) once the tool has been removed.

[kevmac]

roger wilco! thanx

[les]

It makes a difference.  Writing out so you can read it after installation.  The end that presses in is shaped different that the writing side.

[Herko]

Heck, split the difference, put one with lettering in and one with lettering out.


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[crazycalvin]

So this means they are a directional bearing and can only rotate one way?  I thought that if a bearing was not a "one way" bearing it did not make a difference and you put the marking on the side that is going to be the quickest to become visible to aid in part number identification and verification.  A one way bearing is a different story and it should only rotate freely in one direction and should lock up in the other direction. 

[les]

No, what it means is that although they can be forced into position the wrong way, their shape was made so that the could "properly" be installed...and that is lettering out.

[Herko]

"So this means they are a directional bearing and can only rotate one way?"

No.
If you look at the bearing closely, the non-marked end of the bearing shell has a more rounded radius compared to the marked end. Allows for a better entry into the bearing bore. The marked end has a flat surface to assist in maintaining good square contact with the pressing mandrel. Hammering in the bearing risks the chance of loosing this square contact and possible bearing distortion and/or damage.

[Sonny S.]

"So this means they are a directional bearing and can only rotate one way?"

No.
If you look at the bearing closely, the non-marked end of the bearing shell has a more rounded radius compared to the marked end. Allows for a better entry into the bearing bore. The marked end has a flat surface to assist in maintaining good square contact with the pressing mandrel. Hammering in the bearing risks the chance of loosing this square contact and possible bearing distortion and/or damage.

BINGO !!

[crazycalvin]

Posts 9 and 10 explain it clearly now and I stand corrected.  Sorry for causing confusion, but I think that was a good learning experience - at least for me.  Later, Calvin.

[egstandard]

Here you go

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[PoorUB]

"So this means they are a directional bearing and can only rotate one way?"

No.
If you look at the bearing closely, the non-marked end of the bearing shell has a more rounded radius compared to the marked end. Allows for a better entry into the bearing bore. The marked end has a flat surface to assist in maintaining good square contact with the pressing mandrel. Hammering in the bearing risks the chance of loosing this square contact and possible bearing distortion and/or damage.

Agree! But with some care and common sense you can drive the bearings in with a BFH, oops! I mean care, a suitable driver, and small hammer! If the bearing gets started crooked you run the risk of distorting it. As long as you drive it in with a tool that covers the whole face of the bearing, and use light taps, the bearings will go in easily. If you are unsure of your abilities, it is best to get ahold of the proper tool.

[Ultrashovel]

You really need to get the correct tool so that the bearing can be pressed in slowly and straight. The JIMS or George's Tools are the least that I would use. Some folks ike to bash them in with a block of wood but that's not recommended.

As others say, the lettering goes out. If you look at the other end closely, you will see that it's slightly rounded to aid installation.

[Sparks]

If you keep them in the freezer over night it will help you push them in as well.

[ClassicRider2002]

or get some "dry" ice for $1.00 and you can do it even faster.....

Regards,

"Classic"