idler arm bearings

[Stonewall]

I have to replace the idler arm bearings on the deck and drivetrain at least once a year on my Scag Turf Tiger. They are sealed bearings and the movement is obviously limited, so the bearings wear in one spot. I may ask the local bearing company if they have any better bearings than what my shop is getting. Any ideas on how to make them greasable?

[lawrence stone]

Drill, tap, install greese nipple.

[geogunn]

are they bearings...or are they bushings?

mister stone is right, they should have "greese" fittings.;

GEO

[lawrence stone]

Whats good for the greese is good for the gander.

[Stonewall]

There is no grease fitting because the bearings are sealed- 2 per arm. Would a grease fitting work with sealed bearings? Or should I pop the seal off the bearings?