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Old 09-23-13 | 10:42 PM
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Originally Posted by ThermionicScott

If there is no pitting on your spindle, I'd keep using it. Ball bearings are 1/4", and you'll want 9 on each side.
9 balls per side if they're in a metal or plastic retainer, 10 or 11 if they're loose.
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