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Are Timkin wheel bearings of good quality?

Old May 25, 2010 | 07:08 AM
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Default Are Timkin wheel bearings of good quality?

Looking to replace the front wheel bearings on my 1999 Olds Bravada. Scoping out Rock Auto, Timken is about $100 less than the next priced bearing, which is a $200 savings for the pair. Checked out Timken'* web-site and it seemed like Timlen was a legit (non Chinese copycat) manufacturer.

ANy one have any comments on Timken?
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W body guys swear by Timken. The only bearings I have heard of as a better quality are SKF. Found that Amazon had the same price shipped on the SKF as the Timken when I picked some up for a Regal.
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I havent had any problems with timken bearings or else the national bearings are good as well
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Old May 25, 2010 | 10:41 AM
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Timken bearings are of very good quality. Safe bet any day.
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