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D. Outer Race
If you see wear, smearing or spalling, on the small end of the roller, it indicates that the bearing adjustment is too loose.
When the race is worn, it indicates that the bearing may have been overloaded.
Misalignment
When bearings are in proper alignment their center lines are parallel to each other.
Misalignment
If the bearings are not seated properly their center lines will be at an angle to each other. Causes of cocked bearings: dirt or burrs preventing a flush mount outer cup installed without proper tools a warped shaft
Effects of Contamination
Scratch marks in the surface of the race are caused by hard particles in the lubricant.
Effects of Contamination
Etched metal surfaces are usually the result of water contamination. The water allows oxidation and the metal becomes pitted and porous.
Scoring around the rollers indicates contamination of the lubricant by dirt, girt or metal particles.
When metal appears to be flaking off across the full surface of the race, suspect there is a lack of proper lubrication.
Installation Damage
The rib of this cage design has been bent out of round. Even small distortions of the assembly can destroy a bearing.
Installation Damage
Nicks and dents. Damage like this dent in the cage or retainer is the result of a sharp tool being used to install or seat the bearing. A drift or screwdriver used on a bearing is guaranteed damage.
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