The design of the bearing should have input on your intended changes. Is the ball the wear point being the softer or a thrust plate meant to wear and wear at a reduced pace not an excellerated one. Something the designer thought of before the owner ignores it.
Why not just replace the ball with one of the same material but tighter tolerances....and better lubrication. Everytime you remove the ball to either replace it or reinstall the same one you introduce a new point of contact.
So , just what are you so sure you are hearing....
Why not just replace the ball with one of the same material but tighter tolerances....and better lubrication. Everytime you remove the ball to either replace it or reinstall the same one you introduce a new point of contact.
So , just what are you so sure you are hearing....