Thanks - if they base the corral times on the same percentages, or just lower them by 30 minutes - I could actually score a two corral upgrade, but Tamira has said they’re going to be more stingy with corrals this year.
Bearing service: It’s actually really easy, much easier than replacing in many cases and can save a bearing or hold you over until you can replace. Get a razor blade and insert it right on the edge in between the seal (usually red / yellow rubber) and pry / pop the seal out. You want to make sure it’s in between the seal and metal bearing so you’re not damaging it, and pry gently because it has a metal backing that can warp.
Clean the seal gently with a q-tip or paper towel so you don’t warp it, Then, Blast it all out with brake cleaner from the auto parts store. I finish with rubbing alcohol from a syringe, then blow it dry with compressed air. Re-pack with Kluber Isoflex.
Good video here from BBInfinite, but I use a smaller / finer razor than he does.
This time around, I did this for the BB, Jockey Wheel, and Linkage so far.