I recently purchased template router bits 47220 and 47224. I held off purchasing extra bearings until I figure out how to remove/replace the bearing, can you give me some tips please? Do the bearing on these bits require lubrication and if so what type lube do you recommend?
Router bearings
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Thank you for the question.
Very carefully look at the bit. You will see it has a flat on the shank and a flat on the cutting diameter. Keep in mind that as the bit is turning and cutting it is tightening itself. You must remove the cutting diameter portion of the bit in the opposite direction, in order to take the bearing off. It is always good to lubricate the bearings with the proper lubrication.