216 slots 242 and 243 in some aspects not shown slots also are placed in communication with outer edge 244 plate 200 is not limited to any particular number shape size or configuration of slots 237 or 242 for example slots 242 are not limited to a particular length 246 or width 250 or to a particular radial angle with respect to longitudinal axis 254 of plate 200 the discussion regarding the dimensions of slots 242 is applicable to slots 243 plate 200 can include any combination of slots 237 242 and 255 in some aspects slots 237 and 242 cross the respective planes formed by an inner or outer circumference for a bearing not shown engaged with plate 200 in particular engaging surfaces 219 and 220 the planes are orthogonal to surface 219 dashed lines 255 and 256 show possible intersections of the aforementioned planes with surface 219 in some aspects slots 237 and 242 cross lines 255 or 256 at areas 257 a and 257 b respectively due to these crossings oil flowing through the slots is able to both lubricate the bearing and flow past the bearing for example at area 257 b a portion of slot 237 is between the inner and outer circumference of the bearing enabling oil flow to the bearing and a portion of slot 237 is outside line 256 with respect to center 217.