Western engineers the Western 96167 Bearing to stabilize active spinner shafts on heavy-duty commercial ice control equipment. Additionally, this precision component eliminates destructive drive train vibration during aggressive salt spreading operations. Because harsh winter plowing conditions accelerate bearing wear, fleet mechanics replace dry units regularly. Therefore, this genuine replacement bearing ensures continuous spinner disk rotation throughout severe winter storms.
The cast iron housing mounts securely to your spreader underframe using standard alignment holes. Furthermore, the pre-lubricated internal race reduces friction to prevent early shaft lockups. Symmetrical 2-bolt ears withstand constant mechanical stress on active jobs. Consequently, winter containment operators maintain dependable de-icing coverage across multiple commercial municipal properties. Sourcing this OEM component safeguards crucial spinner tolerances without requiring complex custom modifications.
Technical Specifications & Fleet Benefits
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Symmetrical 2-bolt flanged housing ensures a completely rigid attachment to factory frames.
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Standard 0.750-inch (3/4″) inner diameter fits original spinner shafts perfectly.
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Heavy-duty cast construction handles intense sub-zero structural shocks without breaking.
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Sealed internal ball bearings exclude aggressive salt brine and corrosive moisture.
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Restored shaft stability eliminates spinner disk wobble to optimize material distribution.
Related Parts & Cross-Reference Table
| Part Number | Item Name | Technical Role |
| 76796 | 40-Tooth Cogged Belt Pulley | Hardened 3/4-inch bore pulley drives the spinner shaft assembly via the primary cogged belt system. |
| 78067 | Spinner Shaft | Ground steel drive axle transmits rotational torque directly to the poly spinner disk. |
| 94424 | Poly Spinner Disk | Durable heavy-duty material distributions throw ice control agents uniformly across frozen streets. |
| 49326 | Dielectric Grease | Silicone compound seals electrical terminal block connections from corrosive salt. |
Always refer to your Western Plow’s documentation and vehicle-specific installation instructions to confirm compatibility and proper installation procedures.
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