Originally Posted by
DiegoFrogs
I've always used the word "race" to identify any surface that touches the bearing in a generic way. Then I further clarify by using either the word "cup" or the word "cone."
Yeah, that's how I differentiate. The bearing cage should be oriented toward the cone, with the exposed side of the bearings installed toward the cup. This way the cone slips inside the bearing cage. If you try to install the bearings the other way, the cage will contact the cup.