Originally Posted by
rem37411
I am reading a lot about the ceramic bearings offered for this truck. Are they considered a maintenance free type of bearing? Do they roll that much better? What are the upside points for putting these in? IS there a downside? Are most people just putting them in the axles or throughout? I would think the bearings in the diff's are rather well protected (understanding that I am sure no bearing is completely protected from dust).
I understand ceramic is better but expensive. They still get dirt in them and need to be cleaned.
I find they are hard to justify on this type of vehicle. Their are tons of decent $1 - $2 bearings available.
I've recently started packing mine with Lucas Oil Treatment and waterproof grease... I clean them with jewelry cleaner and WD40...
If the $1 bearings hold up OK... I may just treat them as disposables.
I'm not sure what the lifespan is of ceramic bearings is if they are neglected and dirty.