Ecotech Vortech MP10 ES Dry Side Bearing Replacement Guide by NanoTopia

[CrazyEyes]

Damn, it, man, she's perfect now.

[jedimasterben]

Yep, so I just ordered a wES driver for it to sync with the two MP40, and also ordered new bearings for both MP40, might as well get them fixed before they get louder.

[CrazyEyes]

How much did the bearings for the 10 set you back?

[jedimasterben]

I paid $33 shipped for two sets, one is for Metrokat.

[NanoTopia]

I paid $33 shipped for two sets, one is for Metrokat.

Sounds good Jedi, can you provide a link for others on the bearings you used?

[jedimasterben]

Absolutely. http://www.vxb.com/page/bearings/PROD/Kit7471

 

[Steensj2004]

+1

Absolutely. http://www.vxb.com/page/bearings/PROD/Kit7471

 

Yuuuuuuuup, order placed as of four minutes ago. I had been hovering my finger over several bearings until now, unsure of what type to get,lol. Thanks Jedi!

[jservedio]

If you are using non-sealed bearings. Make sure when you lubricate them you remove the shields to ensure the balls are getting lubed (oh yeah, I said it...).

 

To remove the shields, take a safety pin or thumb-tack and use it to remove the retainer that holds the shield on. It is circular and around the outside of the shield (in a little groove) - there will be a break in it - just jam the pin behind it and it'll come right out. The shield will then pop right off and you will see the bearings and retainers. Drip a little bit of bearing lube in there (lube SPECIFICALLY bade for bearings - not WD40 or 3-in-one or sewing machine oil - they will NOT work!). VXB, ABS, and Bones all make lubes specifically for bearings and they are $4-$8 for a small eye-drop sized container. Use 3-6 drops for each bearing and put the shield back on (and retainer - you can do it with your fingers - no need to use a pin again). You only need to take 1 shield off - when you are jamming the pin behind the retainer, don't put pressure on the shield since you don't want to bend it.

 

This will make them last A LOT longer.

 

If you have fully sealed bearings - do not do this or attempt to since it is not needed - you will ruin them.

[Steensj2004]

Standing by and waiting on my bearing to arrive today. I ordered the same bearing as the ones Jedi suggested. Fyi, the red box is a kit called a ,"400 inch pound" miniature ratchet set.....if you are a tinkerer and you don't own one....you need one. I work on advanced weapons systems for the Armed Forces and I use this tool more than any other in my arsenal,lol.

[jedimasterben]

Eh, $75 is a little steep for stuff I already have

[Steensj2004]

Hahaha, fair enough...I already have similar stuff. The advantage is the size vs. the strength(and the fact you get about 3 clicks per one click of a full sized ratchet....big deal in tight spaces) Well, bearings replaced, took all of about 25 minutes....runs like a raped ape! Thanks Ben!

[jservedio]

....runs like a raped ape! Thanks Ben!

Does this mean it is loud or quiet. IMO a "raped ape" would probably be fairly loud primate...

[jedimasterben]

LOL

[zemuss]

I tried this once and to remove those bearings is a bitch! Sorry but you must have super human strength because I tried doing exactly as you said. I even left the bearing in the freezer for an hour but that didn't help me at all because they didn't budge one bit.

 

anyone recommend a bearing puller?

[jedimasterben]

I've been looking for a small one for a while, but I have no idea what I'm looking for. I've just been using a massive bearing press that my grandpa has that BARELY fits these tiny bearings and using a hammer to tap them out.

[zemuss]

Yea i need a press. Shoot I need a garage!

 

I screwed up the magnet so I have to buy an entire dry side now. ANyone selling just the dry side?

[BeardedReeferLLC]

http://www.outsideoutfitters.com/p-1795-enduro-cartridge-bearing-puller-tool.aspx?variantID=20848&gclid=CKLAqYC5_bkCFWZk7Aodu2UAew

 

Puller.

[jedimasterben]

Says it's for a minimum of 10mm ID bearings. The MP10 is 7mm and the MP40 is 7-8mm.

[NanoTopia]

Put the bearings in the freezer for 30 minutes, they will slide off...and on.

[zemuss]

Jedi "

• Effectively fits on cartridge bearings with 10-25mm inner race ID's"

NanoTopia I have tried this and the bearing don't just slide on and off. I must be doing something wrong and will try again tonight.

[NanoTopia]

Jedi "

• Effectively fits on cartridge bearings with 10-25mm inner race ID's"

 

NanoTopia I have tried this and the bearing don't just slide on and off. I must be doing something wrong and will try again tonight.

You still have to pull a bit but really no effort required. I suggest just using fingers to pull off the bearing, this way less chance to damage parts. Try a drop of oil on the shaft where the bearings connect, then in the freezer for a while, you have to act quick before the parts begin to warm up. Mine came off without effort, but your may be tighter, just give a pull equal on all sides, this should work.

[chachew]

Does this mean it is loud or quiet. IMO a "raped ape" would probably be fairly loud primate...

[jedimasterben]

 

Jedi "

• Effectively fits on cartridge bearings with 10-25mm inner race ID's"

Yes, and the MP10 bearing ID is 7mm and the MP40 bearings are 7-8mm.

[BeardedReeferLLC]

Go to your local bike/skate shop then. They will have the tools to push out the smaller bearings. IF anything they will tell you where you can pick something like it up at.

[jedimasterben]

I don't even have one of those, and have no idea where in the surrounding counties to even find one. :/