Originally Posted by
topflightpro
Yeah, if you're popping out the bearings, you should put new ones in. Generally, it's not recommended to remove and reinstall BB30 bearings.
As far as which bearings are best, I have had a lot of success with Wheels Mfg BBs and bearings. I generally opt for the angular contact option, which are not quite as smooth as ceramic but last a lot longer.
So, like many, I want to keep trying to mechanic my own bike. Thus, I might try a bearing replacement and bond with Loctite 638. But I need a bearing press.
There's lots of basic presses on fleabay - and I don't have a fortune to spend. Would any basic ones work? And if so which?