Max IV Bearings.

[locosmith]

Well finally got to do maint, pick up a pallet jack at a sale. Works good at getting all wheels off the ground. Greased and tightened the chains, but I noticed that on three wheels if you lift up there is some slack, not tight. Would this be bearings? Let me know what you think and what I might need. Thanks Loco

[Eldon]

There should be a little slack unless the chains are over tightened.

[Roger S]

I think he means slack/slop in the axle.

[locosmith]

Yea three are tight no slop, three have upward slack, if you take hold of the rim and lift. not on the same side. thats with all the wheel off the ground. Thanks

[Mike]

You got it, that would be from worn bearings.

[Eldon]

I would think that bearing cages would make it much more difficult to detect a worn bearing at the point of entry at the wall of the body as one could not get any movement if only the center bearing was bad.

[6X6]

I would think that bearing cages would make it much more difficult to detect a worn bearing at the point of entry at the wall of the body as one could not get any movement if only the center bearing was bad.

Well, The cage is not as thick as the diameter of the balls. The seals are touching inner and outer races, but are too soft to prevent the play, So you'll definitely feel play if their worn badly.

[locosmith]

Thanks Guys, Thats what I figured. Any Idea to cost to replace all. Do they have a kit for all six wheels? Im just glad this was in good shape can't imagine what a ruff one would be like. Loco

[jpswift1]

Thanks Guys, Thats what I figured. Any Idea to cost to replace all. Do they have a kit for all six wheels? Im just glad this was in good shape can't imagine what a ruff one would be like. Loco

Your best bet is to get in touch with Buffalo Bearing. There are many members on 6x6World from all across the country that go to them to get high quality bearings at a really good price, including myself. Check to see if you have either 62mm or 72mm outside diameter bearings, and then give them a call and tell them that you are using them for your Max 6 wheeler with 1.25" axles. Their number is (716) 874-1720. They will take good care of you there.

[locosmith]

Hi again, Mine is a 98 model, would it be safe to say 72mm on the bearings, I don't want to take apart till I get everything or most of it, I know I'll need more, thanks

[jpswift1]

You can just get a rough measurement while they're still bolted onto the machine in the bearing housing or call Recreatives Amphibious Six-Wheel Drive All-Terrain Vehicles: MaxATVs - Call 1-800-255-2511

[06chops]

my max had the same problem but it was just the brass bushings in the axle now i dont know if yours has the bushings mine is a 73 im not shure if the 98model had the bushings or not just my 2 cents

[jpswift1]

The bronze inner bushings were replaced by inner bearings in the late 1970's I believe. All Max IV's always had inner bearings.

[locosmith]

Well, called Buffalo Bearing, Great Prices and Great Guys John and his brother, Had two, he had to ship from factory, he called to let me know. Great Customer service. Thanks for the Help Loco