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ya that's no joke! I asked trans man if the prices went up some and how much would an all out built trans with all weddle internals and gear carrier housing and nose cone cost. he said $4200 now only charging $500 for labor. I thought was charging $3500 for the all out built weddle 091's. I asked trans man what ways could he have cut corners to get it down there and still turn a profit. trans man had a few ideas and a guy never stops to think about it but all the little parts do add some strength and reliability as well and they do add up pretty fast!
If the bearings are good there are several good reasons to reuse them. All new bearings,no matter how high quality, will wear mate after initial use/break in and loosen up a bit. Used bearings tho will not do so and will remain as set up. just one reason to reuse.
In that case ,yes,I agree. Plastic cages are not the best and many plastics do age poorly. Too bad there wasn't PEEK plastic in those days. Still a good set of used bearings with steel cages would be my choice if available.
That aluminum has a cool looking grain to it! Congrats on your first cut!