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Sometimes, skateboard bearings need more than cleaning. Bearings can get rusted or pitted beyond repair, and when that happens there’s no real solution beyond replacing them. Luckily, replacing your bearings is one of the easier (and more satisfying) skateboard projects. In this article, we’ll break down everything you’ll need to do in order to install some fresh bearings so you can get back on the board.
Steps
1
Purchase replacement bearings.
2
Take the wheels off.
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Remove the wheels with a ratchet or skate tool. Put the two washers and nut from the wheel in a bag or other small container so you do not lose them.[1] X Research source
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Put the first bearing on the axle.
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Place the bearing on the edge of the axle of the truck.[2] X Research source
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4
Pry the bearing off.
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Continue to slowly apply pressure until it pops off. If you're going to throw the bearings away anyway, you don't need to be too delicate with them, but try not to damage the wheel in the process.[3] X Research source
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Repeat this process on the other wheels.
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Slide the bearings into place.
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Drop the new bearings into the hole in the wheel or truck. Go for whatever makes this easier for you when it comes to attaching the bearings.[4] X Research source
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Put the wheel on the truck.
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Install the spacer.
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Put the bearing spacer inside the wheel on the other side.[5] X Research source
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Slide the bearing on.
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Repeat this process for the other wheels.
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Swap out the washers and nuts.
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Go skateboarding.
Community Q&A
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QuestionWhat tool do I use to pry the bearings out?Community AnswerPut the wheel on the truck axle, and pull the wheel at an angle until the bearing comes out.
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QuestionDo I need to have a spacer in-between the bearings?Community AnswerSome wheels have a molded integrated spacer, some require a separate piece.
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Things You'll Need
- Bearings
- Ratchet/skate tool
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wikiHow is a “wiki,” similar to Wikipedia, which means that many of our articles are co-written by multiple authors. To create this article, 11 people, some anonymous, worked to edit and improve it over time. This article has been viewed 110,003 times.
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Co-authors: 11
Updated: October 18, 2022
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Categories: Skateboards and Gear
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