What the thread found

• The Pilot VLB gimbal has a metal bearing housing underneath that can become dislodged during repeated docking cycles.
• Exposure of the gimbal bearings to open air risks contamination with dirt and debris.
• A metal retaining clip is designed to keep the bearing housing in place on the Pilot VLB gimbal.
• The bearing housing may be pulled out of position by pins on a docking stand if the sled is docked via the gimbal rather than at alternative contact points.
• A missing or damaged retaining clip can be replaced through the equipment manufacturer.

Depends on

• The exact mechanism causing the housing to fall out during docking was not fully explained.
• No specific installation instructions for replacing the retaining clip were provided in the discussion.
• The rig remained operational with the bearing housing displaced, so the severity of this issue during normal use is unclear.

Parts

Gimbal Bearing

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