NOT another "Green" bearings post

For what it's worth, I went with the Dr. Diff flavor of the OE style bearings. I appreciate everyone's input. Didn't want to start another Green vs tapered thread/argument, just wanted input on Dr Diff vs Yukon for brand of kit for tapered.

I believe both Green and OE tapered have pros and cons. I chose tapered because OE style, and there were no significant improvements of one over the other that I could find, at least after install.

I was a member of a similar forum for a certain model of motorcycle. The big debate on that one was always the 'doohickey' modification. Basically, premature wear of the factory chain tensioner caused a 'must do' in that community. Whenever anyone asked for data on the premature failures, either people were adjusting the tensioner too often, or declined to respond. My thoughts are, this is similar.

Do green bearings fail earlier because of a bad design, or improper install or is just echoes from the non-c-clip design that can be purchased still. (Mopar performance and Mosure sell the one piece bad style rp400)

Do tapered bearings fail earlier due to improper installs, maintenance or cheaper parts?

Probably yes to all but no body has all the facts. One guy on our forum has been asking for engineering tolerances for the Green style for years and has yet to get an answer.

Thanks anyways!

Enjoy the ride until my next dumb question.