Bearings, how do you get rid of the noise

[Adam D.]

I noticed most of the time, If find a fan and the bearings are freezed, after oiling and un freezing, the bearings make a loud noise when the fan spins. Also I went into a motor of one fan to fix, after putting the motor back together, the bearings start making a lound noise. Does anyone know how to fix this problem on ceiling fans?

[Sean B.]

admin said:

I noticed most of the time, If find a fan and the bearings are freezed, after oiling and un freezing, the bearings make a loud noise when the fan spins. Also I went into a motor of one fan to fix, after putting the motor back together, the bearings start making a lound noise. Does anyone know how to fix this problem on ceiling fans?

The bearings are grounded down , you gotta replace them, or they get worse.

[Adam D.]

I don't think they can be replaced. Not unless there is a place that sells different types and size bearings. Or find the same ceiling fan and exchange, Which I would not do. Do you know of a place that sells bearings? I've never seen or heard of a place, but never really looked neither.....

[Adam D.]

I did find a place online

www.bocabearings.com/

[Sean B.]

admin said:

I did find a place online

www.bocabearings.com/

Lowe's used to sell bearings in the screw department, but when I went today, they weren't there anymore. That seems tobe a good site to look on, I'll have to give it a look or two myself.

I imagine that bearings would be a real pain to replace on a spinner, but if it is a cool fan, it is well worth it. I have heard that it is easier to do on a K55 fan, since the shaft can be removed. I have never tried, I only enjoy taking Originals and antiques apart ;D

[Brian H]

haha, umm you have to get a bearing puller#1, #2 get a new bearing

There are ways to get rid of that noise.... will discuss later on tonight

[Adam D.]

Well, let me know......

[Matthew]

I've done this many times, its time consuming, messy and somewhat of a hassle (getting the bearings out). I've done this to K55's more often. First, you have to get the bearing out. Just get it in your hand. If you have ever done wheel bearings on a car, use the same method. Fill the palm of your hand with wheel bearing grease (two bucks at auto zone) and rub the bearing in to it, Adam, if you have a Haynes or Chiltions automotive service manual, take it from there. Once the grease starts to come out of the other end of the bearing (thru the seal) its done. The bearing should be a bit hard to move, its normal. Once its in the fan and spinning, it will move the grease around and help 'break it in'

[Adam D.]

So, the bearing would have to be replaced? if so, would Home Depot sell them?

[Matthew]

you dont have to replace them, unless if they are really bad. I've never had to replace them. Just regrease them. And many of those were seized at one point.

[Adam D.]

I'll try that. I have some lithem grease. I've never had to take bearings apart, but always a first time....Thanks..

[Matthew]

you want to use wheel bearing grease. Lithium will do the same as WD-40.

[Adam D.]

Oh no wonder it's not working....

[Brian H]

i usually remove the seals with a small screwdriver and force the grease into it.

But i usaually remove the seals, then flush with wd-40 then some light oil, then wd, then grese it.

You can remove the seals. with a small screwdriver, then ou can either bend it back to shape, or discard it. I have gotten the seals from motor shops, they are not that exspensive.

[Brian H]

btw matthew, i am now ASE certified:D