OEM vs. aftermarket rear axle bearings...
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OEM vs. aftermarket rear axle bearings...
My rear axle bearings need replacing on my 3rd gen 4runner. I just got quoted $605+taxes for both axle bearings from the dealership (these are only the bearings, no install, no seals, nothing else). So my question: What is your opinion of OEM ($605+) versus aftermarket ($180) rear axle bearings. I prefer to use OEM but am having a hard time getting over the price.
One of my friends suggested 555 (triple fives) as an option but I haven't priced them out yet. Any other suggestions for a good aftermarket rear axle bearing? I believe you get what you pay for, but $605 seems outrageous for two axle bearings. Is there any brand that is close to OEM without the crazy price?
Looking forward to your replys, Cheers.
One of my friends suggested 555 (triple fives) as an option but I haven't priced them out yet. Any other suggestions for a good aftermarket rear axle bearing? I believe you get what you pay for, but $605 seems outrageous for two axle bearings. Is there any brand that is close to OEM without the crazy price?
Looking forward to your replys, Cheers.
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I was about to post this link about which after market (brand) is good flex for our lifted 4R. I read about A1 Cardone Axle and there report sound good.
http://www.cardone.com/English/Club/...Drivetrain.asp
http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/se...294967265+9274
http://www.cardone.com/English/Club/...Drivetrain.asp
http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/se...294967265+9274
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$605 for 2 bearings, I hope they supply the lube and a comfy place to rest your elbows while you're bent over
This place has them from $46, SKF and Timken are both good brands.
http://www.toyautoparts.com/catalog/...7265+1725+9265
This place has them from $46, SKF and Timken are both good brands.
http://www.toyautoparts.com/catalog/...7265+1725+9265
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Triple 5 is an OEM supplier for toyota. I would think they would work pretty good. Just remember you get what you pay for.
How many miles are on the old bearings?
How many miles are on the old bearings?
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$605 for 2 bearings, I hope they supply the lube and a comfy place to rest your elbows while you're bent over
This place has them from $46, SKF and Timken are both good brands.
http://www.toyautoparts.com/catalog/...7265+1725+9265
This place has them from $46, SKF and Timken are both good brands.
http://www.toyautoparts.com/catalog/...7265+1725+9265
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Thanks for your feed back. I ended up getting "NPN Bearings" (I am going by my invoice so NPN might stand for something), they were recommended as a good aftermarket brand by a guy who works at a yota dealership. $70/each bearing. Also got me Brembo rear brake shoes, the rest (seals inner/outer etc.) is Toyota OEM. Should all be completed by me, with help from my mechanic (he has a bearing press), on Friday.
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