I am appreciative of your videos which help me a lot. I have a 2017/2018 MD 180 drive which front spine gear teeth broken. I plan to replace the gear with aftermarket stainless steel gear. Are the bearings and washers are good for the stainless steel gear sets? May I have your contact information? Kevin Thank you
I cannot speak to the Stainless Steel Gear at all since they are not my product. I would have no idea if those bearings would fit. If they did fit, there are two other locations where they would be loose at. The middle bridge and rear cup's OD is larger than the bearings so they would be loose and both locations. My complete spine takes into account those locations and is redesigned to fit the bearing properly. I would reach out to the maker of the stainless steel ones and see if they can answer your questions. Good luck.
I love the fact you're doing this. I previously purchased one of your bearing replacement kits and have been very happy. Question - have you ever considered making a kit for converting from non-kick up fins to kickup fins? Hobie talked about it but never got around to it from what I can tell post-COVID. Thanks
I believe all you have to do is purchase the fins and the kick up pieces. I just saw a video of a company doing a video on it. I have been looking and can't seem to find it. if I do I will come back here to link it.
Would you consider selling the ceramic roller bearings separately? Those should work independently, no? I have a good spine but the roller bearings are a bit worn.
Looks great, Mark! Looking forward to putting to the test!
Hopefully get them soon!
I am appreciative of your videos which help me a lot.
I have a 2017/2018 MD 180 drive which front spine gear teeth broken. I plan to replace the gear with aftermarket stainless steel gear.
Are the bearings and washers are good for the stainless steel gear sets?
May I have your contact information?
Kevin Thank you
I cannot speak to the Stainless Steel Gear at all since they are not my product. I would have no idea if those bearings would fit. If they did fit, there are two other locations where they would be loose at. The middle bridge and rear cup's OD is larger than the bearings so they would be loose and both locations. My complete spine takes into account those locations and is redesigned to fit the bearing properly. I would reach out to the maker of the stainless steel ones and see if they can answer your questions. Good luck.
How may I order the lower spine bearings & washers replacement ( ceramic) kit?
I am hoping to have it up soon. I have placed the order for the parts and just waiting for them to come in. Should be any day now
I love the fact you're doing this. I previously purchased one of your bearing replacement kits and have been very happy. Question - have you ever considered making a kit for converting from non-kick up fins to kickup fins? Hobie talked about it but never got around to it from what I can tell post-COVID. Thanks
Nice work! How much for all package?
I believe all you have to do is purchase the fins and the kick up pieces. I just saw a video of a company doing a video on it. I have been looking and can't seem to find it. if I do I will come back here to link it.
I heard you have to have a different spine but that could be wrong
Hello!! Thank you for the tutorial, how/where can I purchase all these parts separately?
Currently they are only as a kid since they all have to work together. Buying a single piece alone will not work with a stock drive.
Would you consider selling the ceramic roller bearings separately? Those should work independently, no? I have a good spine but the roller bearings are a bit worn.
How can i be able to get these for my self
Should be on etsy on Friday!