Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Mans of NC & SW UT Desert
Bikes: 86 Katakura Silk, 87 Prologue X2, 88 Cimarron LE, 1975 Sekai 4000 Professional, 73 Paramount, plus more
+1 Usually 1/4 inch, 11 ball bearings per side. You can buy them in bulk from Niagara for about $2 for 100 bearings. I add a bag to every order I place with Niagara.
+1 Bearing size has nothing to do with the type of grease.
+1 I use the automotive grease, buy it in a tub for about $2 from Walmart.