What the thread found

• ARRI gimbal bearings arrive heavily oiled from the factory, which can cause sluggish response and affect pan stability.
• The bearing housing is secured with red Loctite, making removal extremely difficult without proper technique.
• A heat gun is required to unlock the Loctite adhesive.
• The gimbal must be removed from the post before attempting bearing housing removal.
• A clamping ring sits on top of the gimbal and must be removed as part of the disassembly sequence.
• Multiple operators perform bearing cleaning and oil changes on gimbals, and consider this a routine maintenance procedure.

Depends on

• Procedure applies to ARRI gimbals with Loctite-secured bearing housings.
• Heat gun temperature and application method may vary by bearing design.
• Overseas service availability varies by location.

Parts

Gimbal Bearing

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