OldToolmaker 4:40pm? ?
Dave,
While I agree taper roller bearings are not expressly needed on the minilathe they do fit and work well in this application. I have used both in my minilathes.
The ball bearings are quieter. I don¡¯t agree that a zirk is required
The Zirk in the correct location will push out the old grease.? But flip side almost no one use the zirk after first week.?
I have install thousands of zerks knowing the odds of them use was low. But there are seal not {shield or open} and pack with grease before shipping.??
I like seal ball bearings just install and no worries for 30 or 40 years.?
Dave
davesmith1800