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Is this the correct carrier bearing for my truck?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by La_Mere, Aug 30, 2025 at 7:56 PM.

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    Good evening, everyone. My OE CB is on its way out, so I did a search for the correct part number. Google gave me this site. The price seems OK. Same part number. I understand that there seem to be two different carrier bearings available, depending on if it is for a 2wd or 4wd application. Some models don't have shaft seals. This one looks to be identical to my OE unit. Just looking for some feedback. Thanks!!


    https://www.drivetrainamerica.com/s...ma-driveshaft-center-support-carrier-bearing/20250628_153200.jpg
     
    La_Mere, Aug 30, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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  2. Aug 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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    I searched far and wide for a carrier bearing with a seal. When dropping off the shaft to the driveline shop he was disappointed I got the one with the seal. He said he always installs the one without the seal since it does not add heat to the bearing.

    It's mostly dry here so I am not concerned about a seal in front of an already sealed bearing, but he installed what I brought. Next time I will get the other one.
     
    ZColorado, Aug 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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    Toyota.com put your V.I.N. in get the correct OEM CB 25% off with free shipping for Labor Day sale.
     
    t0p_d0g, Aug 30, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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    I check everything on rockauto. The OEM part # is usually in the description which helps a lot in case the filter isn't totally accurate.
     
    JustADriver, Aug 30, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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    La_Mere, Aug 30, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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  8. Aug 31, 2025 at 6:08 AM
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    Exactly, spicer was OEM, why pay dealer prices when you can ger dealer parts for cheaper?

    If you want to dig into Tier 1 parts vs Tier 2 parts i agree. What is availiable aftermarket is likely the same now.
     
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    So is the link in the first post the one I should go with? OEM around $102
     
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  10. Aug 31, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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    I'd buy it from rockauto... but yeah

    Edit: you live in Arizona, where they don’t ship. Bummer
     
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    If you are not going with OEM go with post no. 5.
     
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  12. Aug 31, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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    Okay, so I just bought an OEM unit from Summit. Exact same part number as mine.

    Spicer 5002007/Toyota 37235 35030.

    It was around $116 out the door with free shipping. It seemed like the best deal. Hopefully she'll be good for another 200k. I'll keep this thread updated.
     
    La_Mere, Aug 31, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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