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This is the 3rd time i have replaced my front hubs in the last year the cheap brand from advanced auto for 90.00 so please let me know a decent brand to get that will last a good while for a decent price
 
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hub? as in wheel hub bearing?
i paid 154 for hte one i just did the other day
 
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yeah the whole assembly
 
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Can't go wrong with OEM.

May I ask why your replacing the whole assembly? Are the wheel bearings not serviceable and require hub replacement?
 

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yea, i paid 154 for a timken unit,
do it, its expensive but they're supposed to last a very long time, def built well,
i play with bearings a lot in the summer everything from rollers to hubs, races and all that crap wear out fast on a golf course,
these are very hefty pieces, a lot beefier than stock...

 
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Can't go wrong with OEM.

May I ask why your replacing the whole assembly? Are the wheel bearings not serviceable and require hug replacement?
yes, its one unit, makes brake jobs cheaper and easier. but when the hub bearing goes...it needs replaced.
cheap units wear out, thats just how they are
 
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Yeah I know cheap units suck. But You can't go wrong with OEM parts. I usually buy aftermarket parts, like Moog, but if I don't find a brand name I like or am happy with on the part I am looking for, I just fork over the cash for an OEM. At least I know it will fit like it's supposed to and work like it's supposed too.
 
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yup, this was my only option, i was almost dissapointed but then i saw the name, they are good parts.
i always upgrade whenever possible

all i need now are teh drivers side balljoints and i'll have a totally greasable front end
 
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all i need now are teh drivers side balljoints and i'll have a totally greasable front end
haha and im guessin thats pretty important to ya considering your suspension 'goals'
 
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yea, bagged trucks can eat balljoints for breakfast
hence why all my **** has lifetime warranties... "man i dont know why but i keep wearing these things out...."
 


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