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Les Dames

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Morning all. Has anyone experienced buying front wheel bearings for their Disco 4? I note that the Timken ones cost about GBP250 each whereas some suppliers are offering unbranded ones at approx GBP50 for two! Seems like a crazy difference.
 
Les Dames said:
Morning all. Has anyone experienced buying front wheel bearings for their Disco 4? I note that the Timken ones cost about GBP250 each whereas some suppliers are offering unbranded ones at approx GBP50 for two! Seems like a crazy difference.
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Many thanks all. Compromised and bought the SKF hubs. Watching the YouTube videos I am concerned about getting the existing hubs off. Hammering them off does seem brutal. Any tips or tricks appreciated. Thanks.
 
Les Dames said:
Many thanks all. Compromised and bought the SKF hubs. Watching the YouTube videos I am concerned about getting the existing hubs off. Hammering them off does seem brutal. Any tips or tricks appreciated. Thanks.
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Hammer them off or a thin chiesel between hub/ bearing and carrier, you could do with a puller to get the driveshaft out most likely.
 
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I bought a cheapie in a hurry and it's been fine for a while but no doubt will not last the test of time. That said, they're so easy to fit I don't mind doing that job twice for the sake of getting the car back on the road quickly.
 
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I bought a cheapie in a hurry and it's been fine for a while but no doubt will not last the test of time. That said, they're so easy to fit I don't mind doing that job twice for the sake of getting the car back on the road quickly.
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Thanks. Was it a D4? I had a 32mm socket ready for the drive shafts and have now had to order a larger set as the nut is far larger than 32mm.
 
Timken bearings are generally considered to be OEM-level quality, and installing them could offer better peace of mind, especially if you're planning to keep the vehicle for the long term or drive in harsh conditions. Unbranded Precision bearings often don't come with any warranties or guarantees, and if something goes wrong, you could be left with no recourse. With branded bearings like Timken, there might be some sort of warranty that protects your purchase.
 
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