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Re: [ATM] How to Reduce Bearing Friction

Peter,
   
  If you double the area, you will double the friction. You are wanting to reduce the friction so that would mean you'd have to reduce the surface area. Hopefully you will have enough "extra" already in place to do this while keeping enough area to properly support the axis.
   
  Ken Hunter
  

Peter <peter@kitgear.com> wrote:
  Hi,

I just completed a small Dob project and the AZ axis has too much friction.
I used Ebony Star and Teflon matching the 15 lb/sq in as suggested.

What is the simplest way to reduce the friction on this axis? I was
considering doubling the surface area of the Teflon pads but I wanted to ask
the group to make sure this is the correct action.


Thank in advance.


Peter

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