Front Wheel Bearing Assembly, 2016 JK
#2
JK Jedi
I'm not sure any are better than the other. pretty basic item with sealed bearings. just be aware that most will come with a new wheel speed sensor installed and THAT is where they can differ a bit cuz some of the wiring on the sensors is longer than others. This could be important depending on build.....obviously moreso if lifted. I bought a Crown unit as a replacement "spare" long ago and it had longer ABS wiring. Been a long time since i had factory hubs though and that is long gone so I no longer have that part number. I'd imagine it hasn't changed though over the years.
**also, don't think that you can just pull out and reuse your factory sensor in the new aftermarket unit bearing, cuz that is not always the case....hence why they often come with new sensors
**also, don't think that you can just pull out and reuse your factory sensor in the new aftermarket unit bearing, cuz that is not always the case....hence why they often come with new sensors
#4
Super Moderator
I had SKF 2 years ago and 25000kms later they were replaced again. So even the good brands are crap. One thing I am going to try is a way to drill the hub and install a grease nipple as mine were dry as hell so they simply lost the grease. I still remember the days when once a year we did LOCKING HUB service. That involved removing everything, replacing the spindle bearings and sometimes the spindle itself, greasing the wheel bearings and replacing the seals. Easy job and never any field issues even with lots of water crossings.