Praxis BB bearing replacement

[jasonc]

I have a praxis converter BB. Praxis don't support replacing the bearings. I notice they are just enduro bearings. Anyone ever replaced the bearings?

[kb]

Had constant creaking issues with my praxis BB30 to Hollowtech. Tried to talk myself into a Hambini but ended up getting a $30 FSA insert instead. Been good so far - cross fingers

[jasonc]

i'm happy with the praxis unit. i just want to know if anyone has pushed out and replaced the bearings in it

[MichaelB]

Don't own one, but some units make it easy to get the bearing out by providing a notch (like my Hope BSA30 unit), and some don't. It's not in their interest to make them serviceable.

It just takes patience, persistence and 1/2 decent tools. Oh, and a hammer !!

[jasonc]

I've found the bearings at AliExpress. I might just order them

[MichaelB]

I've found the bearings at AliExpress. I might just order them

I'd order from a reputable supplier & brand, as bearings ain't bearings. You'll just be changing them really often.

[jasonc]

I've found the bearings at AliExpress. I might just order them

I'd order from a reputable supplier & brand, as bearings ain't bearings. You'll just be changing them really often.

Trek charge a fortune for them (same bearing as bb90). Will look

[MichaelB]

(AT) Jasonc - there are plenty of bearing suppliers like DIYMTB, Mountainbikes direct, hambini etc. Don't have to buy from manufacturer.

Just look up the bearing number (e.g. 61806-2RS or 6806, or whatever it is - written on the seal).

I'd recommend looking at the Hambini site for some education and supply. Been very good and is really knowledgeable

[jasonc]

Ta Michael

[rewop]

Probably a little late for the reply but try SCV imports. I replaced the original Enduro ceramic bearings in my Praxis BB with Enduro Steel ones from SCV (approx $15 each). Takes about 15 min with correct tools. The Ceramic one's only lasted 12 Months, I am not particularly happy with the longevity of ceramic!

[jasonc]

Probably a little late for the reply but try SCV imports. I replaced the original Enduro ceramic bearings in my Praxis BB with Enduro Steel ones from SCV (approx $15 each). Takes about 15 min with correct tools. The Ceramic one's only lasted 12 Months, I am not particularly happy with the longevity of ceramic!

Awesome rewop. Can you post a link to what you bought, tools and any chance of a how to?

[Lukeyboy]