Originally Posted by
tellyho
I thought the general consensus was that loose balls was better: more weight-bearing surface, less friction. I'm in the habit of ditching any retainers I find when I overhaul.
+1 Yes, loose balls are better and when replacing it's been my practice to fill all hubs and headsets with balls then minus 1. Also use only grade 25.
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