VXB bearings

I'm replacing the double row bearing in my rear brake drum. Has anyone had any experience with VXB brand bearings? Also, seems if I want to convert to a sealed bearing I'll have to machine the hub and stub axle.? The specs on a 4203 bearing list the same as a 42032rs sealed unit @ 16mm

You need to be careful on the dimensions of the 4203 2RS bearing. Most are 17 X 40 X 17.5 where 4203 is 17 X 40 X 16. There are some 4203 2RS that are 16 mm wide, but are not generally available from U.S. bearing houses. I don't know the manufacturer or quality of these, but Mike Partridge (Walridge) does supply them.

MikeG said:

I'm replacing the double row bearing in my rear brake drum. Has anyone had any experience with VXB brand bearings? Also, seems if I want to convert to a sealed bearing I'll have to machine the hub and stub axle.? The specs on a 4203 bearing list the same as a 42032rs sealed unit @ 16mm

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I've used VXB bearings for Norton and Triumph wheel bearings and can't tell the difference to big name bearings. I haven't tried them for other bearings.

MikeG said:

I'm replacing the double row bearing in my rear brake drum. Has anyone had any experience with VXB brand bearings? Also, seems if I want to convert to a sealed bearing I'll have to machine the hub and stub axle.? The specs on a 4203 bearing list the same as a 42032rs sealed unit @ 16mm

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No need to machine anymore. Madass sells ‘em.