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Anyone aware of upgraded wheel bearings that last longer?

Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 12:43 pm
by MarkyM
Have changed mine twice in the 5yrs of ownership and it seems silly.
Yes it's a heavy car...I appreciate that but there are others heavier that don't require a 30k change.

So along the lines of powerflex bushes (which I have) why isn't a stronger bearing available? (And yes appreciate that the powerflex bushes probably contribute to quicket bearing wear).

Am getting that annoying grating sound when I turn right which is a sure sign...and will be getting both sides changed shortly.

M

Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 5:54 pm
by Nik
Hi Mark ,
I believe you are correct :D , later cars have uprated bearings (bigger) but I'm reasonably certain they will only fit the later hub assembly :cry: ,

Hope this helps ,

Nik

Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 6:13 pm
by MarkyM
Nik not really was wondering if there's a more robust smaller variant...like made of titanium...lol

Obviously not.

M

Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 11:02 pm
by Nik
Nik not really was wondering if there's a more robust smaller variant...like made of titanium...lol

Obviously not.

M

Sorry , don't think so , let me know if you find anything though , gone through two sets since I fitted 20" Sepangs :roll: ,

Al the best ,

Nik