Originally Posted by
Mr. Fly
If they run about $100-$120 each, you must be using at least a Chorus and likely a Record BB. Those have three standard-sized cartridge bearings each that can be replaced for a very modest cost. (~$15 total at most) Then they'll be as good as new.
Yes, they are Record. I was thinking about trying to replace the bearings, but how do you get the righthand bearings? The cup looks like it is permanately attached to the carbon sleeve.