[a_st74]

I'm looking to build a car & use flanged ball races in a Slot.it pod using 3/32 axles (see below). The Slot.it ones are of course out of stock & so want to buy an alternative online. Can anyone tell me what external diameter I should be looking at or make a recommendation? I'm happy to pay more for better quality. Thanks!
   

[marcosmantula]

They are standard 3/32 ballraces which have an OD of 3/16" or approx 4.76mm.

Basic quality bearings, like the slot.it ones, are easily available i.e. SFR133ZZ Budget Metal Shielded Stainless Steel Flanged Deep Groove Ball Bearing Simply Bearings Ltd (note, I haven't used these or the supplier so it is not a recommendation)

If you want better quality bearings you are probably best looking at part suppliers for BSCRA or ISRA type slot cars.

[KensRedZed]

Mr. Marcos Mantula is spot on.

There is quite the range of prices.

Here's one popular supplier in North America.

https://www.professormotor.com/Bushings-...360&page=1

Here's another.

https://e-slotcar.com/axle-bushings-and-bearings/

Cheers,
Ken

[chrisguyw]

Not sure where you are located, but, in the UK, ABSlotsport has single flanged bearings in the size you need (3/16 od.). He only has 1 type listed, which while very good quality, may be a bit pricey. You could give him a call to find out if he has different quality options.......all will be better quality than the Slot-it ones.

Cheers
Chris Walker

PS a good quality and well aligned oilite bushing will perform better, and last longer than a cheap ballrace.