Tamiya Hotshot, Hotshot 2, Super Hotshot, Premium Bearing kit

Plaig Bearings Tamiya Hotshot (58391) / Hotshot 2 (58062) / Super Hotshot (58517) Bearings, standard kit, Australian product.

Complete Bearing Kit to suit the Tamiya Hotshot (#58391), Hotshot 2 (#58062) & Super Hotshot 2012 (#58517).:
5x11x4mm Bearings X 17
5x8x2.5mm Bearing X 5

The V2 Premiums are ABEC 7 which means they are more precise with closer tolerances, the individual components such as the balls are manufactured to a higher standard, the races are within .001mm. From our testing, we have found that the V2 Premiums remain smoother for longer, outlasting any standard bearing with less chance of failure, they are made to the highest standard that our manufacturer can produce. The V2 Premium range of bearings is used by our racing team( Plaig Racing Team) which consists of several current and past Australian Champions including Kyle McBride, Ryan Maker & Chris Sturdy, these guys rely on our product when traveling to compete internationally at the highest level.

PTFE Heat Resistant Rubber Seals

• Excellent corrosion resistance to water, salt water, and most chemicals.

• Good high-temperature performance.

• Non-magnetic.

• Only semi-precision grade is possible.

• Maximum temperature 260°C.

The PTFE Seal is rubber bonded to a metal washer. The inner lip of the seal rubs against the bearing inner ring to provide an effective seal against smaller particles such as dust and moisture while preventing lubricant leakage.

Bearing Retainer / Cage

Retainers keep the balls evenly spaced around the raceway preventing ball to ball contact and thus allowing higher speeds. They also help to retain grease around the balls and raceways. For greater accuracy and to prevent any additional friction, it is important that the retainer is not allowed too much radial movement.

Standard bearings use a Carbon Steel Crown Retainer.