simonjjb

I found this bearing at Boca Bearings. Will this work for the spoiler drive replacement? SMR625-UU


http://www.bocabearings.com/search.a...fSearchResults

jhummel68

You can take a look at this thread. I used the DIY listed in the first post. I'm not sure if the bearing you listed will work. When I replaced my bearing I just bought from a local bearing house. It wasn't too expensive. https://rennlist.com/forums/993-foru...=spoiler+drive

simonjjb

Thanks....I looked at the various threads and it appears the bearing I have is the right size - 5/16/5 - just in stainless Steel enclosure and seal, not a rubber seal like others have used.

This is from the website " A shield (non-contact) or seal (contact) is often installed to retain lubricant and to prevent contamination from entering the bearing raceways. These are available in a variety of materials and configurations."

Bearing Material Stainless Steel 440C
Ball Material Stainless Steel 440C
Dimension Type Metric
ID (d) 5
OD (D) 16
Width (B1) 5

skywachr

This sealed bearing available through Amazon works perfectly. I've had it in for over a year now. http://www.amazon.com/VXB-625-2RS-Be.../dp/B002BBGIZC

Arena993

I did a ton of research and you are right on the size. I bought the exact same bearing size and got it in stainless steel. www.pcarworkshop.com states the the bearing as

625-2RS or 625SS

16mm O/D
5 mm I/D
5 mm Width

Here is the one I bought. A little more for stainless steel, but a better bearing. Total was around $10.00.

http://cgi.ebay.com/S625DD-Sealed-Ba...#ht_1698wt_905

Mike

Gunter

Question please:

Mine is also noisy.

P-car workshop says remove the white plastic insert and pull out the cable to test the motor first.

Does the white insert come out easy?

jhummel68

It should come out pretty easy. If I remember correctly you can use a small flat screw driver or fingernail to get under the edge of the white plastic piece and carefully pry it out. Then the cable should come right out. You might have to give it a slight pull.

simonjjb

ok- spoke with the bearing conmpany.....

"the bearing you bought will fit fine - but for longevity purposes I
would suggest a rubber sealed bearing rather than the Ultra Sealed bearing you purchased. it is more durable to dirt, dust and debris."

So rubber seal is best....

Arena993

Rubber seal is best. Which is the one I bought.

http://cgi.ebay.com/S625DD-Sealed-Ba...#ht_1879wt_682

From the eBay listing:

"One Stainless Steel Ball Bearing, this is a popular size that could be used in many application that uses this size 5mm x 16mm x 5mm. Bearings are made of Stainless Steel, bearings are rubber sealed from both sides to protect the bearing from dust or any possible contamination."


Mike

Magdaddy

great thread folks! I gotta order one up just to have on hand. I bought an entire assembly-motor/gearbox/harness from a guy on Pelican as a spare also. The price was very right, so I couldn't resist.

Add the bearing replacement to the new spoiler wall "to do" list for me.

thanks again for the bearing detail/links.

skywachr

The same rubber sealed bearing is $4.00 from Amazon as indicated in post above.

Arena993

True. Good find. The one on eBay includes shipping. Not sure what the shipping costs are from Amazon.

Mike

simonjjb

ok, so Boca Bearings sent me the new bearing - model number
SMR625-2RSC 1 11.95 11.95
BG (5x16x5) MM

Now the fun starts.....