BB86 replacement - bearings only

chris_bass

I have a basso laguna and I need to replace the bottom bracket,

I think it needs a BB86 press fit bottom bracket but without the cups, its just the bearings. I am having trouble finding somewhere that sells just the bearings.

If i bought one that had the bearings in the plastic cups would I ust be able to push the bearings out (assuming they were sealed) and install these?

rafletcher

As bb86 is a standard I'd guess all bb86 bb's take similar bearings. Try Hope - I've just fitted one of their of bb86 bb's and pressed cups in and then the bearings, using their own tool. Email their tech support if you can't see the bearing designation on the website. They use INA bearings, both as and ceramic.

Monty Dog

Should be able to use a standard 6805 bearing - from a couple of quid on ebay or the likes of Hope

chris_bass

cool thanks, i have also emailed basso so might wait to see what they say but if not ill give the ones from ebay a go, for a couple of quid what's the worst that can happen?!

Monty Dog

I should add, if using 6805 bearing with Hollowtech cranks, then you need to re-use the plastic top-hat bearing cover - gentle prise it off using a slim screwdriver.

chris_bass

well basso got back to me, didnt say what i needed but said they'd sell me one for 47 euros!!! thats a bit steep!

ebay it is i think!