Coleman CT200U - Loose Wheel Bearing

[RiderOfMinis]

The bearing fell out of the back wheel, on the brake side (right), when I removed the wheel. I assumed the bearing must be bad and did not give the fact it fell out much thought.
When I started installing the new bearing, I realized it fit perfectly in the hub. No pressing nor driving it in at all...just dropped in perfectly.
Is it common for the bearing to drop in on that side? I am concerned I may need to replace the wheel. I thought I would asking the forum before ordering.
Thanks for advice!

 

[toomanytoys]

I didn’t have to pound mine in. It just slide in smoothly. On both sides

If it doesn’t fit loose and rattle around in the hole it’s fine imo. Is it egg shaped? Does it look stretched?

 

[RiderOfMinis]

toomanytoys,
Nope not misshapen at all! It sits perfectly in the hole! Thanks for sharing your experience!
I am new to working on these bikes. Just wanted to ensure there were no concerns! Moving on!
Thanks again!

 

[Mr. Pink]

A drop of Loctite on the outer race can't hurt.

 

[creia]

Does the bearing turn/spin easily once it is set into the wheel? If so, you definitely do not want that as it will continue to wear the hole in the wheel and get looser and looser. They sell bearing retaining compound just for this purpose, however, I believe that Mr. Pink's suggestion would work as well.
Michael

 

[Strigoi]

I've had wheels where I can install the bearings by hand and didn't have one issue with them. I've had some where it takes some serious hitting to get the bearing in too. I mostly deal with Chinese bikes, so I don't expect perfect tolerances on the wheels.

 

[RiderOfMinis]

Thanks Gents!!
I had not considered the Loctite idea. That makes sense to me! Appreciated!!