Take Off Skateboard & Longboard Bearing Shields/Seals
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- The easiest way to remove metal shields and rubber seals on bearings.
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Take Off Skateboard & Longboard Bearing Shields/Seals
This video shows you how to take off skateboard & longboard bearing shields and seals, and how to put them on. This is the same for scooters and rollerblade/inline skates.
Before cleaning longboard or street skating bearings remove the seals or shields for best results.
Here are a couple of easy ways to remove and replace skateboard bearing seals and shields.
Each bearing accommodates 2 covers/closures that are either removable rubber seals, removable metal shields (held in by a C-ring), and non-removable pressed in metal shields.
Tools For Removing Rubber Bearing Seals:
-- Paper clip
Tools For Removing Metal Bearing shields
-- Push pin, needle, or razor blade
How to remove and replace a skateboard bearing seal:
1. Poke the end of a paper clip about 1-2mm inside the bearing between the inner ring and edge of the seal.
2. Push the paper clip down to pry the seal off.
3. To put the bearing seal back on lay the seal on the bearing and press it gently into place.
How to remove a metal shield:
1. A c-ring is a narrow skinny washer with an opening. It is in the shape of a 'C'. The opening was cut at an angle. Each end is cut at opposing angles. Place the tip of your push pin, needle, or razor blade corner against the open end pointing out and try to pry it out.
2. When the c-ring is out, tap the bearing on a hard surface to get the shield out.
3. To put the bearing shield on lay the shield back on and slide the c-ring back into place. It can be a bit tricky. Try getting both ends first or one end at a time.
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"Metal bearing shields can't be removed"
All hope is lost.
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Mines came off but idk how it put it back on though
@@officialwoonthie same
they are removable just push into the seal with a knife carefully and it will poke right through it and lift it out
First 30 secs: okay good, I opened those correctly.
Last 30 secs: yes, I'll finally find out how to open these.
Last 10 secs: God DAMN those BEARINGS!!!
"Oh i cant wait to see how to remove the pressed bearing shields"
*Watches video*
GOD DAMN IT!
I was about to go to sleep all nice and content and informed, but noooo. *Sigh* Welp, time for xvideos.
You can remove them but they bend and get unusable, but u can buy shields and then put them on the bearing instead of the pressed ones.
Where can you buy shields? Are they cool? The ones I have look really dope, they're golden with silver shields. But, shit, I can't open the damn things.
+Gothika_47's Highlights literally the same reason i watched the video... god dammit!
lol ikr? he could've just said that in the beginning
I just opened the non removable metal shields :)) Now I skate with no shields.
+Minh Tran Congratulations on acquiring corroded bearings.
+Minh Tran Its actually [pretty easy to remove them lmao i just used a needle and popped it out, and then i place them back inside until all of the flaps clicked
Yea i rock the redz bearings with no shield, so far I see no problems, but I do avoid water and really dirty sidewalks.
Same here bra
+Minh Tran probably ok for most conditions. Add oil more often.
This channel is one of the best skateboard / boarding tutorial on youtube ( in my opinion ) , why you stop creating good content man :/
TH-cam doesn't pay the bills. We are trying to get videos done soon.
Rat Vision's videos should be given awards for their superb skateboard tech videos - professional, clear, simple and highly efficient. Keep up the high standards!
damn it, i got the last bearing! not removable.
It's a fucking SCAM by the corporations!
Same, such a scam, cant clean them so they get corroded faster so you buy them faster
Man love the videos, and how you present, crystal clear and gives confidence to us lesser mortals. Keep the videos coming.
Thank you!
This is the only video out there with precise information on how to disassemble bearings with macro shots.
I'm about to do maintenance on my little cruiser for the first time. Got some good info from other places but these vids present the info well with clear demonstration. Thanks a ton.
I took the metal shield off and now I can clean them
Yea clean them with water and then skate them so the water washes them out.
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Jk thatl rust em out
Great video, you are one of the few to explain how to remove metal bearings. Thanks!!!
I had to use WD-40 to pop some of my shields off. I know you don't recommand it, but it did the trick for me. I'll still clean my bearings properly. ;-)
i just started skating and am getting a nice new baker soon. thank you for helping me decide what bearings to get and how to take care of them. please continue making videos
Yes I did the same. I removed one shield with a little plane screwdriver, cleaned the bearing and lubricated it with a mix of half solid vaseline and half liquid vaseline. Then left the open part facing the center of the wheel. It's working great so far.
AWESOME! Thank you for the comment.
I am an Indian domiciled in the UK. This presenter is so sharp ,the likes of who make the American dream a reality. Thank you
I love the vids, they cover the important things that nobody bothers to talk about. Keep them coming.
Thanks for the description of shields, I wanted to clean bearings for the first time and could not see how to remove the shields, now I know why ;)
Love these vids....have watched them all. You really know your stuff. Thanks!
Thank you
You're welcome. Glad this worked for you.
Yes. Place a drop between the inner ring and the shield.
you need to make more videos because this is the best skateboard channel I've seen.
FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUCKKKKKK i have the last one
Ikr
Same. :/
You can remove them its just tricky but mine have been good for a while I’ve had them for a 9 months cleaned them like 2 times and they roll like new
@krufdx Thanks for the comment. Subscribe if you like. I got a bunch more videos coming out soon
I was looking for an instruction to open the C ring bearing, Thanks for the video!
1:47 broke my heart :'( why do they even make them like that if you can't open them? (without damage)
use a pin and poke it out
So you buy more of them
Kudos man.proper technique.I haven't skated since 08.but you illustrated the proper way to clean a bearing.and the same applies for any type of bearing. Unless of course it's for a car lol
Yes. Bearings need to always be lubricated.
Thank you for the great comment.
Thanks for making this vid :) I've been looking for a vid about removing the shields off of bearings for months since I bought a new board. U earned urself a subscriber :)
Glad to hear the videos blew your mind.
Just wanted to say that all your videos are great! Thanks!
@nicoletot Since the board is old and the bearings are a little corroded just add lubricant to the bearings. Don't worry about cleaning them because drying bearings with shields on is not always perfect.
Yes. You just need to be very careful when drying them. Thats the most important part.
Watch our other video on inserting and removing bearings.
yea i ended up removing it for one, and it doesnt spin like it should, i appreciate you taking the time to reply for that. i had a feeling thats what had happened. i hope i can get them cleaned and they work again. but thanks for the help! its really appreciated!! :) good vids btw
Every time I have a skate gear question, I get stoked to see this channel. I think it’s time I subbed 😆
Glad to hear. Any videos you’d like to see us do? Any myths to bust?
Well done. Bearings with inner race cage are difficult to properly clean to remove the last of the particles from inside that cage. And we must remove the seals on both sides to have a chance to clean it well. Paint thinner is the best to remove old grease, acetone works much less well (use gloves)
You are correct. As you know there are 3 states/forms of water- solid, liquid, and gas. The point we are making is that skaters sometimes ride through water (liquid), and that moisture in the air (gas) can also damage the bearings.
Check out our other video about ABEC, Swiss, and ceramic bearings. We recommend Oust bearings.
I love the high details, very well shot video!
Where would I be able to learn this in 20th century?!
My sector nine longboard that I bought exactly one year ago has the metal crown like bearing shields which can’t be reused if I want to them out to clean the bearings. One of them is making a horrible noise there. Chinese made grease ball bearings that sector nine is using even though they have a really good ABEC rating . I think I’m just going to replace all the bearings with something better and at least some silicone or rubber shields that I can remove to clean if I have to. Thank you for this video. Nice expose on the different types of manufacturing processes or shields of bearings. I need a refresher course and this is it.
Thanks for your comment. Glad you like our videos.
Thanks for the quality vid. I am working on an old teletype with bearings on the carriage and may be able to use some of your videos. Keep posting :)
Because we are about to launch a new site that we have been working on for the past year. We will as soon as things start to run smooth.
Can you get the shields back in? Highly doubt it.
You can do the same thing as shown in the video. You really need to take extra care with drying the bearing. It can be tough. Be sure to spin the bearing while drying.
You can still use the bearing with out the shield. It won't go back on. Bones Reds are perfect for anyone who wants a decent bearing for a good price. They certainly aren't the best, but for many people they are perfect for what they need.
sheildless looks cool and I like hearing my bearings work. and i skate dirty streets and never noticed a difference but I do replace/treat out new products allot. perks if having extra money. maybe if you are broke allot keep them in
I don't know what to say without hurting your feelings.
@Enav8 No this didn't do anything to to ruin the bearing. It just scratched the rubber on the outside. The reason for not using a needle or a razor blade to remove the seal is that you can cut the rubber flap where you poke in to. This is why a I used a paper clip. The end is dull and won't cut that flap. If you do cut the flap it can slow the bearing down, but this amount of speed will go completely unnoticed.
I'm sure you must be right, since you have experience in this. I've never been messing with bearings before. And I agree about vaseline not being thin enough to get into the metal. But I NEED to try this & learn :P At least bearings are not so expensive. Thank you for your advise!
Thank God I found this video. I got the metal one with the "C" shield. Man... Thank you
Yes I know it's not something usual to lubricate bearings lol But this mix is great for a lot of purposes. Better for plastic with metal, or plastic with plastic. It's working great here (so far), compared to how the bearing came from factory, the wheels are rotating fast and easy. The grease they used to have really slowed them down.
Oh btw, these bearing's cages are made in nylon.
Yes, the little space between the inner ring and the shield.
Good video helped me a lot with how to open c ring. Thanks
Ive been waiting for a new vid forever!!! Thank You!!!
Bones Reds are set at a good price. If price is an issue go with them. To us, they are more of an entry level bearing. If you don't demand a lot of performance and durability then they may work perfect for you.
We are talking about the same stuff. It may appear that what you mixed is working, but it's not really doing anything, and eventually your bearings will be ruined. You could much better performance from your bearings if you used a good lubricant. Vaseline is not going to protect your bearings because it is not thin enough to get into the metal. You still have metal on metal friction happening. Your mixture is only making a mess. Your bearings will eventually be ruined.
What are you using as lubricant? Watch our video on how to clean bearings. Are you putting anything on your bearings?
@skateboardtech thank you! I live in Pittsburgh and almost everyone does that here for some reason. I never did it because everyone's bearings fall apart within a month of them buying them.
Awesome video. Currently cleaning the bearings from my quads and this is very informative and helpful. Thanks!
I fixed it from one of your other tuts thanks :)
You need the c-ring to hold the shield on. Without it the shield doesn't stay on. Make sure that you are prying on the right end of it like we show in the video. it can be frustrating when if you are pushing the c-ring around and not actually prying it out. Try to poke it out rather than push it out. Hopefully that makes sense. It will come out. It can be very frustrating if you've never done it before.
Correct, it does not ruin the bearing to remove it only for cleaning. It should be put back on after cleaning is done and lubricants have been added.
You are very welcome. If you have any questions feel free to send us a private message through our channel.
@Sk8erMike1999 Im not sure what you mean by "check" bearings, but from what I've seen Pig bearings have removable metal shields.
@odddrifterboi Ha my comment looked pretty upset. My bad. Yes they can be removed but they are not intended to be.
thank you so much !! i was trying the remove the metal one my a skrudriver and never took it out ! i almost took a chainsaw ! Thank You So Much
You should try build a perfectly engineered skateboard. The bearing spacer video was very informative and you clearly have a talent for this. NHS should hire you as an apprentice and give you a good access into the evolution of skateboarding technology.
I'd buy rat vision wheel kits in a second. Comes with wheels, bearings, washers, and spacers... maybe even a bearing cleaning kit.
I've been using the same abec 5's that came with my board nearly two years ago. I know I should replace them but I'm not sure what to get. Any advice/tips are welcome!
@1511116 Yes bones are rubber seals. The problem is that the other side is completely open. So there pretty much is no point when a bearing has one seal or seal.
Hey Rat Vision could you make a video where to take apart abec 9 shiver bearings?Or a video about built-in spacers?
Awesome!
this was very useful! thank you!
Thank you.
Guess you got your answer with another video. HA. Thanks for the comment. Please subscribe if this helped you out
Helped me alot, Thanks!
"needles and razor can damage rubber flap"
.... proceeds to damage rubber anyway on video with that huge and sharp paper clip :D
Dang I got the pressed ones. I will pay attention to bearrings type when I buy new ones tho! Great video again and great quality :)
@yamaha212121 Yes it would be smart. Give it a shot if you haven't already. I am not sure if they will go in, but I think they do.
Really good video bro. Thanks
1:47 damn.. I have those.. So that means I will not be able to clean and lubricate them when I need it.
Your videos are awesome. Just got a mini cruiser and I already subscribed. Tips are smart, you know what you're talking about, and it's complete. Hope you upload more videos soon, please don't stop.
Thnks!
you were the ChrisFix of skateboarding, we miss you.
great job!!
Thanks learning a lot about skateboards :)
Thanks for the sub!
You're right. You can clean them the same way, but it's really hard to completely dry them. Try to get your hands on +90% rubbing alcohol. It's got less water than citrus cleaner. It may not do as good of a job as citrus cleaner, but you won't have as big of a risk of getting rust.
Very useful, thanks!
The bearing shield does not slow a bearing down at all. Did you put lubricant inside?
@handom85 LOL! Sorry have to laugh. I have a feeling I went through the same when I was a kid. Anyway, glad my video helped. If u pressed the shield in at all it will slow the bearing down. Hopefully u didn't damage the retainer too, the thing that spaces out the balls. If u did damage the shield lets try to remove it. You want to pry it out like I did to seals. Use something with a point to get inside. Get the shield bent out enough so u can yank it off with pliers. Just keep it clean and lubed
See our video on cleaning bearings. At the end it shows how to lubricate bearings.
@FOULER32 Yes. Once you bend the crap out of them to remove them they become trash. Try prying from a different spot. Where you were prying from and nothing was happening- was where the needle was touching the retainer. You were pretty much right on top of a ball. Pry slightly over from that spot and you'll notice you have a little more room. That shield will come off I promise. Now you know.
Thank you so much this vid helped me a lot! Without your help i would've destroyed my bearings :)
Shove a screw driver inside the pivot cup and pry it out. If it doesn't want to come out completely, grab whatever part does come out with pliers, and then pull it out.
Great video.
@tak13sato You won't be able to switch out a metal shield for a rubber seal. The outer ring is made for one or the other.
Very helpful! Thanks
+Rat Vision, i understand the importance of bearing spacers, but what do you think about bearings with extended races? (that eliminate the need for speed-rings and spacers)
@FOULER32 Removing whatever made your bearing stuck may not make the bearing work well afterwards. It could be a lost cause. It can be done if u insist. Use something stiff and thin enough to get between the inner ring and the shield. A tiny flathead screw driver is best, or razor blade. U r going to pry the shield up (not off, yet). Don't go in too far and touch the ball retainer when prying. Pry it up enough to grab the shield with pliers and just yank it off. Don't damage the ball retainer!
Thank u so much I had trouble removing my bearing seals cause I have metal type of seals,I didn't know it was that easy,lol