AbstractThe results of durability tests on metallised pin-rolling bearing interference joints are presented. Rolling bearing tests have been applied since the complexity of the stresses in the metallised layer and of the influence of layer parameters on fretting corrosion resistance render theoretical models for durability impractical. After 900 h (518×106cycle) tests no diminution in operating properties was observed, confirming the effectiveness of metalUsed layers in regenerating interference joints. Further confirmation was obtained from static tests.