Buffalo Bearing company website?

[Rusty-Gunn]

Hi. I can't find the website for Buffalo Bearing. I'm convinced they don't have one. Anyone know if they do?
I would like to order bearings for my 2005 Max IV to keep on hand since I don't have any spares.

I think the outer bearing is HC207-20R3. Is this correct? What about the inner bearing, is it different for a 2005 with splined axles?
Would I need new flanges?
Any other items I should buy? Thank you.

[akcrawler]

Rusty,

you should get a new internet. I searched Buffalo Bearings and got several hits. Try this link: Web Page Under Construction. I could not check it out as I am at work...don't tell the boss!...and the site is blocked by our IT group.

Edit: Hmmm. That is strange. It showed up as buffalobearings.com when I pasted it. Oh well, try the search and see what you think. I found a facebook page too.

[hydromike]

A few years ago, Greg Sr. (owner of Buffalo Bearings...) mentioned that they were going to try and get ALL of their inventory (in-stock and inventory they offer [can order]) in an on-line format. Their old website didn't provide many part numbers, or any real valuable data. Typically, you needed to call and tell them what exactly you were looking for, or provide them a specific manufacturer's part number and they'd order it in. I haven't been down there in a while (the 20 min. drive kills me ) so I don't know where they stand with it. Confirming what akcrawler posted, their website is indeed now under construction, so maybe they're going through that process.


The HC207-20R3 is what you're looking for, as long as you're sure you have 72mm outer bearings and not the older 62mm units.

[Rusty-Gunn]

Thanks guys. I did google them a few times but did not find a website that showed bearings on display or even for sale like others. Just basically street addresses. None I could browse inventory is what I'm saying.

How does one know if their Max IV has large or small bearings, short of removing them to measure?
I have a 2005 if it helps.
What about the inner?
Thanks.

[Rusty-Gunn]

After searching this site I found a few things. The phone number is 716-874-1720.
The thread I found titled "Buffalo Bearing" has the part number for the "small" bearing ( their words). I think it refers to the inner bearing. KML SA206-20G. I couldn't figure if this is also used as an outer bearing on some machines though.
The thread did say flanges could be bought from Buffalo Bearing too.
Can I assume they carry Borg-Warner T-20 bearings as well?

Just a note... I am documenting important info like these for my collection so I don't have to keep asking.

[msafi65]

The way to identify outer bearings on a MAX is by the eccentric locking collar. 62 mm bearings have a lock that is approximately 1.75 inches in diameter. 72mm bearings measure about 2.18(2 3/16") OD on the exposed collar. Your vehicle has 72 mm outers and uc 206- 17 inner bearings. The outer bearing I use is HC707-20 R3, the r3 is regreasable Tripple sealed.

[Rusty-Gunn]

I think I just need to ask Mark (msafi65). He knows more about my Max IV than I ever will.

HC707-20R3 outer bearing.

Uc206-17 inner bearing.

This is a major help. Thanks Mark. Thanks everyone.

[msafi65]

Oops typo hc207-20-r3 outer

[Rusty-Gunn]

207 noted. Documented. Thanks.

[phabib]

Can I assume they carry Borg-Warner T-20 bearings as well?

You could assume that, but you would be wrong. The T-20 bearings might start out in life as a standard bearing, but they are ground thinner in order to fit. I don't know if they used to be a standard bearing, which was discontinued and now needs a reworked standard bearing as a replacement or if it was always this way.

You need to order the T-20 bearings from RI.

[Rusty-Gunn]

You could assume that, but you would be wrong. The T-20 bearings might start out in life as a standard bearing, but they are ground thinner in order to fit. I don't know if they used to be a standard bearing, which was discontinued and now needs a reworked standard bearing as a replacement or if it was always this way.

You need to order the T-20 bearings from RI.

Thank you Philippe. I do appreciate this info. I have mo idea how to grind any bearing properly anyhow.