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Old Feb 25, 2012, 08:57 PM
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wheel bearing...
Its about that time for.me to change my wheels bearings (fronts) however I'm unsure which ones to go with...should I do OEM or Moog? Both are around the same price but is there any advantage or disadvantage with on or the other?
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OEM seems like a good choice - they've lasted this long. Unless someone knows the source for them changed for the worse, I'd stick with them.
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Old Feb 26, 2012, 05:42 PM
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In to hear/learn the differences if any
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My OEM wheel bearing last every 120K-140K
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Also take a look into Timken bearings. Top notch and I think made in the USA. More $$ though . . .
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Well I do know Moog has a 3 yr warranty just wonder if anyone has first hand experience with either as to what would be better
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I think my point was similar to 4RETECH's - the OEM bearings aren't junk and will last. EVOlutionary's motorsport cred makes his input worth considering. From a quick search, the Timkens didn't appear to be that much more than what the dealer quoted me w/ their insider discount: http://www.1aauto.com/1A/wheel-beari...HF00189/557694
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Old Feb 27, 2012, 06:12 PM
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omg thats a really good price and actually cheaper then the moog units i was going to get (160) i appreciate the find and input fellas !!
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Disclaimer: I know NOTHING about that vendor. Just did some quick Googling...
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Old Feb 29, 2012, 01:36 PM
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Yes buy Timken Bearings. LOL Sorry I am partial I work for the Timken Company.
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$144 for the Timken is a good price. I just bought an OEM one from Fred Beans parts for $117 shipped.
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Yes buy Timken Bearings. LOL Sorry I am partial I work for the Timken Company.
Is Timken actually better than OEM, and if so, in what ways?
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You could also look into Curt Brown's wheel bearings. Lil more pricey but performance wise may be worth it.
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You could also look into Curt Brown's wheel bearings. Lil more pricey but performance wise may be worth it.

Lil? 144$ with hubs < 1600$ + hubs !!!

I love that this product is on the market and thanks to CB but hard to justify for my DD. These are for guys chasing 8 second passes.
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Originally Posted by vortecd
$144 for the Timken is a good price. I just bought an OEM one from Fred Beans parts for $117 shipped.
How long did it take them to ship to you? I ordered one a couple days ago but the status still says processing.
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