Wheel bearing/hub assembly
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My brother had a 'cheap Chinese' one (Beck Arnley) that he paid about $100 for on Rock Auto. I installed it, and so far, so good. I see them listed there for $102.89 today. I have not put a ton of miles on it, but it totally fixed the noise and no check engine or traction control issues.
If you're going with aftermarket, get something good like a SKF/FAG/Timken bearing (~$70 at Rockauto) and just pay $20 or whatever to press it on the OEM hub at a local machine shop. Or have a friend with a press and bring him some beer. Or buy a press.
Or even get a complete bearing/hub assembly with an OEM Koyo bearing assembled on a hub from one of the smaller third party guys online (I searched "GX470 Koyo wheel bearing" and found a few).
But don't go for cheap crap on wheel bearings and hubs. It's not worth it.
Or even get a complete bearing/hub assembly with an OEM Koyo bearing assembled on a hub from one of the smaller third party guys online (I searched "GX470 Koyo wheel bearing" and found a few).
But don't go for cheap crap on wheel bearings and hubs. It's not worth it.
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Just doing a little research and I noticed that all the assemblies that have Koyo/NSK or other quality bearings come with a 1-2 year warranty while others, like the Detroit Axle assemblies have a 10 year or lifetime warranty.
And?
It's still the cheapest Chinese parts. Kia cars also have 10 year warranties, does that make them better than Toyotas?
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People rarely claim those warranties. If a vehicle is far enough on in life to get a wheel bearing it's unlikely to be with an owner for another 10 years and suffer a failure. A lot of people won't have a receipt, fill out a form, and pay shipping to claim $100. They often aren't an expression of confidence in the product but a marketing scheme.
these were a good deal with Koyo bearings. $280 for a pair, can also buy singles. So far so good
www.yotabearingsandhubs.com
2003-2024 4Runner 4x4 complete KOYO or NSK Front Wheel bearing assembly (1 pair) | yotabearingsandhubs
This is for a Pair(2) Koyo Wheel bearing assemblies. Item will ship USPS Priority mail which means it will arrive in 1-3 days depending on your location. You will receive a 2 completely assembled front wheel bearing and hub Assembly. These will be assembled by a Toyota Master Technican. The...
www.yotabearingsandhubs.com
So this droning sound has just started for my 2003 GX (115k) and I’m in the middle of a 5k (4 week) roadtrip... does anyone have an estimate on how long I have until it fails completely?
I’m trying to figure out whether I should order new hub assemblies to be delivered along our route or if it will last until we get home.
I’m trying to figure out whether I should order new hub assemblies to be delivered along our route or if it will last until we get home.
Just posted this in another thread:
I went with the Toyota all OEM wheel hub assembly from Blue Pit Bearings for the fronts. They are pricey but it's a pretty important part for your truck. I talked to Andy the owner and he is knowledgeable and passionate about his product. I also had the rears done by a local Toyota dealership and it was $1800, lexus wanted $2300.
I went with the Toyota all OEM wheel hub assembly from Blue Pit Bearings for the fronts. They are pricey but it's a pretty important part for your truck. I talked to Andy the owner and he is knowledgeable and passionate about his product. I also had the rears done by a local Toyota dealership and it was $1800, lexus wanted $2300.
i should be fine to last you til you get home and then some, you can always jack the appropriate side and check for play in the bearing for peace of mind
So my front passenger side bearing ate itself so im going to replace both. can you give me an update on how yours are fairing?these were a good deal with Koyo bearings. $280 for a pair, can also buy singles. So far so good
2003-2024 4Runner 4x4 complete KOYO or NSK Front Wheel bearing assembly (1 pair) | yotabearingsandhubs
This is for a Pair(2) Koyo Wheel bearing assemblies. Item will ship USPS Priority mail which means it will arrive in 1-3 days depending on your location. You will receive a 2 completely assembled front wheel bearing and hub Assembly. These will be assembled by a Toyota Master Technican. The...
So far, so good. Zero issues. I am satisfied.
I'm 30k in on a set from NAPA, I wanted to go blue pit, but ended up having to do it under a time crunch, but so far so good.
Thanks! my set just arrived, very nice little shop.
Have fun, I did my entire front end with zero prior experience and hubs were straightforward and easy. I did watch this video a few times, very helpful for me:
Give it a few bonks…