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Wheel bearing

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Co971, Mar 27, 2025.

  1. Mar 27, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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    Co971

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    I have a snd gen tacoma with a bad front wheel bearing does anyone have any recommendations for an aftermarket replacement? Thanks.
     
  2. Mar 27, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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    Peter603Taco

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  3. Mar 27, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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    katchoo07

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  4. Mar 27, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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    skee

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    I just installed these as well. Only 750 miles so far but no complaints, seem to be good quality especially for the price from rock auto. I also ordered the new o-rings for the hub and wheel seals that go on the back of the knuckle between CV axle and wheel hub/bearing. I was glad I did because they were shredded on both sides, but the wheel seals were a pain in the ass to get seated. I had to use about 5 zip ties to hold it in place and help keep it from popping out as I tapped it in with a block of wood.
    https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=4584729&cc=1432865&pt=1860&jsn=33
    https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=11327376&cc=1432865&pt=1852&jsn=10&_nck=HllVxRCey1+2aVRDo41oQdTbcl3rxAmQeMcBm39t5kVc2IqyAbq5OQkLNJT7SMtKJw9gFzmv4qUQB6Kw706SeYhyi3kmEnkV8BFMI6hj6lubiK3aOlbiu+hnGn6kfFFq1EzE9lnGkYje+xMcFk8Fq3PxsLPFLIF74WpQUSBCCmxQp0oyD10a8cUsPTo+2eWEbYnV4hbiwEJb3FL8smRtXREQdVfI/2PpEgltyVxJhZ4HQsiGHTzve4YiuOEMJyNzZ3iQE5+kI8XL14kY4bsB7M0UTEgmDnArde/LqpsOjc0=
     
  5. Mar 27, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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    Strictlytoyz

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  6. Mar 29, 2025 at 7:57 AM
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    AJwisco

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    I’ve tried more expensive wheel bearings on my Tacomas , I just use box store wheel bearing assemblies and changes them out every two seasons, my trucks see washboard roads/mud for 6 straight months everyday. It’s just so easy to change them out , I just do it every two seasons and don’t have any issues
     
  7. Mar 30, 2025 at 7:21 AM
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    Tacologist

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    I am at about 156K on my 05 on the original wheel bearings. Guess I am overdo. Anyhow, so far, the head gasket is holding up also. Guess I am overdo there too. :spending:
     
  8. Mar 30, 2025 at 7:36 AM
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    b_r_o

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    Anything really, just don't get the cheap economy one..
     

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