Replacing bushing with bearing

[txdon]

I bought an Ohio Steel Roller and on part # 5, I want to replace the pressed bushing with a bearing. Can it be done. How?

Note (#6 on the diagram is pressed into #5)

 

[mwb]

Google 'flanged bearing' Flanged Bearings (2-choices) - VEX Robotics

you can also use 1" Four Bolt Flange Bearing

These are just sites that I found with pics. Without knowing what size axle, bore, how much the roller weighs, etc it is difficult to recommend something. You could also replace that black bracket with something machined to fit a true bearing better.

 

[tlbuser]

Sure, you just need to press the bushing out and find what you want to go in. If you have something like american bearing close by, they should be able to fix you up.

McMaster-Carr

 

[txdon]

Thanks, with the link I think I found something to replace that 4" piece of metal with a bushing. I'll replace it with this bearing and housing:
UCFB205-15 Bearing

 

[PapaPerk]

Flange bearing should work fine. And McMaster Carr is a great place to shop. McMaster-Carr

 

[LD1]

I guess I'll be the one to ask why?

It is low speed, not a large load, and not continuous use.

Bushings will last a long time and are really cheap and easy to replace when needed.

 

[txdon]

I guess I'll be the one to ask why?

It is low speed, not a large load, and not continuous use.

Bushings will last a long time and are really cheap and easy to replace when needed.

Excellent question, and I don't know the answer. The weight with water on the 60"X24" roller is 1150 lbs. and my road and track going up and down would be a 1.5 miles. To me it seemed that since metal will be rubbing on metal it would wear out quickly especially if I spend a day rolling down hog damage. I guess I should try the bushing first and see if there is any noticeable wear after a day. The way the description of the roller was written I thought it came with bearings, roller bearings. I know now the definition of a bearing also covers a stationary bushing. Live and learn...

I could have a problem also installing the "roller" bearing because the shaft extends out the side only 1".

 

[KennyG]

Your bushings will last forever if you keep them lubricated. If you aren't worried about high speed and maximum efficiency, the large surface area of bushings make them a better choice.

 

[mjncad]

Unless you get sealed bearings, all the contaminants you'll encounter will seize them up quickly. Stay with the bushings until you notice problems. Keep them lubricated.

 

[SandburRanch]

I'd rather see a sacrificial bronze bearing in this application in order to protect the shaft.

And then possibly an automatic oiler could be installed.

Gravity Feed and Drip LubeSite Automatic Oilers Available with Neotech

 

[LD1]

IT is most likely a self-lubricating oilite bushing anyway. So no maintenance should be required. If you try spraying oil and stuff on it yourself, all you will probabally do is create a mess that dirt and other debris will stick to and wear things out faster.

 

[SandburRanch]

IT is most likely a self-lubricating oilite bushing anyway. So no maintenance should be required. If you try spraying oil and stuff on it yourself, all you will probabally do is create a mess that dirt and other debris will stick to and wear things out faster.

Oiling exposed to atmosphere components is strictly up to the individual.

There is a coating of dirt on and between the parts either way. So one then has to determine if he wants dry dirt or lubricated dirt. The mess we see from over lubrication is moot since that's not where the action is. I've found, over the years, that lubricated dirt excels but that's just my opinion.

 

[txdon]

A self lubricating bushing. Wow, I have never heard of them but I googled and there they are. The bushing that is pressed into the steal is painted steal so I don't think it is self lubricating I also thing they would advertise that it is.

This ares is very very sandy (think beach) that an added oil lubricator may make the sand stick to the bushing area, (?) and the edge of the steel bar is not wide enough for the installation. I guess I would have the same sand problem with a greased roller bearing also.

These are are really good ideals and products that I did not know existed.

Y'all have given me more confidence in the bushing.

edit: Sandbur just saw you post. You make a good point.
I also see the greaseless bushings advertised on the TBN side bar on this page.

 

[tlbuser]

You could use a lubeless bearing or a composite bushing instead. But that's ok, I think we all know you are looking for some minor diversions from your driveway project .

 

[txdon]

You could use a lubeless bearing or a composite bushing instead. But that's ok, I think we all know you are looking for some minor diversions from your driveway project .

In a sub conscious way I know you are right, but other things also must be done, right?:confused2:

 

[RoyJackson]

IT is most likely a self-lubricating oilite bushing anyway. So no maintenance should be required. If you try spraying oil and stuff on it yourself, all you will probabally do is create a mess that dirt and other debris will stick to and wear things out faster.

Heed this!!!

 

[SandburRanch]

Heed this!!!

If your wife complains the next time a door hinge squeaks be sure to tell her you can't lube it as it will make it wear out faster.
****************************************************
Roy Jackson
If you can't befuddle them with brillance...baffle them with Bullsh*t...

How fitting.:laughing:

 

[LD1]

If your wife complains the next time a door hinge squeaks be sure to tell her you can't lube it as it will make it wear out faster.
****************************************************
Roy Jackson
If you can't befuddle them with brillance...baffle them with Bullsh*t...

How fitting.:laughing:

A door hinge isnt an oilite bushing that is self lubricating

 

[Baby Grand]

This application requires a bearing that will take a substantial radial load (for it's size). For this purpose a ball bearing would not be my first choice. They are really meant for large thrust loads and smaller radial loads. In this case, I think a bushing is a much better solution for cost, low maintenance and durability.

 

[firemanpat2910]

Not much to add. I agree with leaving it as is. Dont spray it with wd 40. light oil every now and then wont hurt it(in my opinion) I would wipe both out side edges free of dust and caked on residue.Then just a few drops of light oil on each side.