Glossary / General

bearing

57 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A bearing is a small piece that lets parts move smoothly, like the wheel turning on its axle.

Technical Definition

A bearing is a mechanical component that reduces friction between moving parts, such as the rotating wheel hub and the axle shaft.

Hear It Discussed

"[313.5s] Lubricants, bearings, and machine oil were all classified as non-essential for civilian [318.6s] output. [319.5s] Anything that wasn't cleared by MacArthur's team at GHQ would be seized..."
S2 Ep1: The Golden Era of JDM: Prologue Past Gas 05:13

"Well, there's a bearing in there. Oh, God. Yeah. But the bearing wouldn't make that kind of noise."
#2653: Mechanic with Benefits The Best of Car Talk 09:11

"If you put tires on that were larger than what the factory specified or had available from the factory, then it causes the vehicle to work harder, then you've got issues with bearings and things..."
The Motor Medics Helping People to Repair Their Cars Over The Phone Under The Hood show 34:45