# Bearing Versus Bushing Versus Bare Axle Joints — PT note 4

Rolling bearings win on speed and precision; bushings win on dirt tolerance and cost; bare axles win only for slow, dirty pivots with frequent wear pads.

Match duty before you default to a ball bearing. For sizing and interchange notes, see TFL Bearing and the full write-up on bearing vs bushing vs bare axle.

Include contamination and lubrication access in the pick. Buyers who need OEM-fit replacements can also open sdtflbearing.com before they freeze a drawing or RFQ.

Keep notes on fit, grease, and duty cycle with the part number so the next rebuild does not depend on memory alone.

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