camar0corey

iTrader: (22)

Well during the front end getting rebuilt it has been reveled that the passenger side wheel hub is on its way out. So now the question who do I choose for a replacement part?

SKF $177 (Who is SKF? Never heard of them.)

National is listed at $160

Timken is listed at $124

What is up with the price difference? Does it really matter? Opinions? Cheaper elsewhere?

Element

iTrader: (5)

That's about the cheapest I've seen Timkens going for, and as far as I know, they make pretty good bearings.

wssix99

iTrader: (5)

Both are large bearing manufacturers and supply OEMs. I purchased the Timkens and no complaints.

camar0corey

iTrader: (22)

Good stuff, the Timken it is going to be then. I know National is Federal Mogul stuff. I knew these two are the big names so I figured I'd be alright.

I'm still laughing at SKF though. I have never heard of them, they are the most expensive, but now there is an ad for them here on this page. Whoa Google!

wssix99

iTrader: (5)

If you watch racing, their logo is all over the place. The problem is... their logo is horrible and not a memorable one! http://www.jayski.com/schemes/2004/cup/99-rock-cup.jpg

Keep in mind that retail price is not necessarily an indicator in quality or durability. Volume plays a big part, too. If a big parts dealer sells more Timkens than SKFs, Timken will give them a price cut, which they pass on to us.

wssix99

iTrader: (5)

BTW - SKF is a Sweedish company. Maybe if you write them, they will send you an outfit like the guy on this cover? http://investors.skf.com/files/press/skf/SKF09_en.pdf

camar0corey

iTrader: (22)

Maybe I should, I usually won't turn down a free shirt. Then people can go SKF? I'll be like you never heard? They are in F1 and NASCAR and such!

leadfoot4

iTrader: (1)

SKF has been around for a LONG time, and make some of the best bearings in the world.