Re: Roller Bearings – brand preference ?

[jerry-ahrens]

If you want it to last, go with Timken. I have never seen a cheap bearing inside any new or antique gearcase, but always Timken. I know Timken makes most all bearings that go into a Merc or Mercruiser drive. Some of the dual roller bearing assemblies are a matched set. We were told in service training school not to go to Oreillys to try and replace them!
I guess for me it would depend on where the bearing is going. I know I hate the Chinese trailer bearings… they seem to rust instantly if subjected to moisture. I’ve seen some of them even come apart inside the hub. But that’s what we have to work with nowaday’s.