My #32009 bearing seems to be slightly too small for the J1 spindle to "fall" to the bottom. I put the J1 spindle into the freezer & was thinking about putting the #32009 bearing in an oven at a specific temperature to make it fit the spindle but I was curious if anyone had a better strategy? Or specific temperatures you recommend the spindle to be at in the freezer & bearing to be at in the oven as to not damage the metal parts?
~ Q
wangzhaoliuq@proton.me
I heated mine with a induction bearing heater to 200 F and was able to slide it right on. I wouldn't go over 250 F on the temp. Also this will cook alot of the oil off so be sure to apply a little lube after the parts cool. Going this route instead of polishing the shaft will make it pretty difficult to remove the bearing if you ever need to take it apart thought.
I chucked my bearing and j1 spindle into the freezer for 1hr, worked first go, just be quick about
