front wheel bearings

[boydogs]

Wheel bearings are going on my 1958 Minor. Bull Motif bearings cost £25 +vat of £5 + p&p. I understand that these are thrust bearings, Would the normal roller bearings be ok. as i don`t intend racing. Would it be dangerous to fit roller bearings, would they just break up or would wheel come off? Comments please.

[Matt]

Either type are fine when installed correctly

[bmcecosse]

I've NEVER had any bearing trouble with Minors. The standard bearings are fine for many a mile. They need to be installed correctly.......use the search facility to read many threads on the subject. There are taper roller bearings available too - and while in the car world these are generally considered to be superior - I wouldn't bother unless they are a good make (eg Timken) and going for NO MORE than the std bearings.

[boydogs]

Thanks, I will bite the bullet and pay up for the standard type.

[bmcecosse]

But do shop around -or try your local Bearing Services......seemingly now known as Brammer.......