How to Get Bearings Out of a Longboard

Long board skate bearings require periodic maintenance and cleaning to keep them free of dirt, water and corrosion. These procedures require disassembly of the bearings. If you neglect your bearings, the internal races and balls will pit which causes problematic heat and friction while you ride. This problem will negatively affect the ability of the wheels to keep turning consistently, which makes the long board stop short as you ride it. This unexpected scenario presents many risks to long board riders. You face potential wrecks and fall outs when you are forced to jump off of your skate board abruptly.

Things You'll Need

  • Adjustable wrench
  • Pin
  • Screwdriver
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Instructions

    • 1

      Take the nut off of the axle. Slide the wheel down the axle to move the internal bearing to the edge of the axle.

    • 2

      Push down on the bearing and rotate the bearing in a clockwise direction using your hands until it slides off of the wheel. Flip the wheel over. Remove all of the bearings in this fashion.

    • 3

      Lay a pin between a rubber shield and the internal race of a bearing. If you have metal shields, unscrew the “C”-shaped clip that sits around the internal race.

    • 4

      Shift the pin back and forth until the shield comes off of the bearing.

    • 5

      Lay the pin between the ball seats. Push the ball retainer out of the bearing.

    • 6

      Lean the bearing down on one side so the bearing is slanted. Catch the balls as they fall out of the races.