I don't think there's any stepping of toes here Pat! I asked a question 'cause I hadn't heard of this practice. I studied automotive in a trade school, we were taught to protect at all costs the surface of the mains / rods and their bearings. So I was shocked to see someone say they took a scotchbrite pad to a bearing! :eek:
Thanks to you and Dave for replying and providing an answer! :)