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have some computer fans with ceramic bearings. Said to last 100,000 hrs instead of 10,000. And that's just a basic sleeve type. I'd love to afford roller bearings in major spots of the car, ie wheel bearings, transmission bearings. The friction loses would be reduced, applying ??% more engine power to the wheels, allowing for a smaller, less powerful motor.
Cost. Profit. That's what stops manufactures from using high tech components. I'm guessing this is what makes WRC cars $250-500K. Not something for us po' boys.
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