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Subject: [Spridgets] Sticky bearing
From: Michael Rowe <mdrowe@optonline.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:02:21 -0400
What is the meaning of a well-oiled bearing that always sticks at rest, but 
once moving turns freely?

I have just taken out two differentials.  Both were turning freely when I took 
them out; I flushed with kerosene, then degreaser; and re-oiled with engine 
oil.  Both seized completely when dry before re-oiling.  One freed up 
completely when oiled, and the other remains sticky at rest.

Michael Rowe
'74 Bugeyed Midget
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