Axle Repair Bearing for 2002 Trans Am
#1
Axle Repair Bearing for 2002 Trans Am
My brother has an 02 TA WS6 Convertible, Auto with Traction Control. I heard some noise that sounded like a bad wheel bearing and when I pulled the axles I found that there was some damage to the Drivers Side Axle. It is not severe damage, so I don't think the axle strength is compromised much, but I can't use a stock bearing that would ride on the area where the damage is.
I would like to install a "Repair Bearing", if I can. I have had them in my 12 bolt Chevy Rear for years, and they seem to work fine in it, but when I looked up a repair bearing at RockAuto.com it says in the comments, "may not work with traction control".
Has anybody installed a repair bearing in a 4th Gen, LS powered, F-body, with traction control.
If so, where did you get the part and what is the brand and part #.
Is we have to replace the axle, anyone know where to get the best deal on one?
The car has < 40,000 miles on it. Any idea why the bearing/axle would go bad so quickly.
Thanks, Joel
I would like to install a "Repair Bearing", if I can. I have had them in my 12 bolt Chevy Rear for years, and they seem to work fine in it, but when I looked up a repair bearing at RockAuto.com it says in the comments, "may not work with traction control".
Has anybody installed a repair bearing in a 4th Gen, LS powered, F-body, with traction control.
If so, where did you get the part and what is the brand and part #.
Is we have to replace the axle, anyone know where to get the best deal on one?
The car has < 40,000 miles on it. Any idea why the bearing/axle would go bad so quickly.
Thanks, Joel
#2
the repair bearing might interfere with the reluctor/tone ring on the axle itself with a 4 channel rear end.
i havent installed any in an Fbody but the repair bearings generally sit about 7mm out from the axle tube, so if there is 7mm or more from the axle tube to the reluctor ring then you should be ok. BTW, any part store in town should have them in stock.
i havent installed any in an Fbody but the repair bearings generally sit about 7mm out from the axle tube, so if there is 7mm or more from the axle tube to the reluctor ring then you should be ok. BTW, any part store in town should have them in stock.
#3
Thanks for the reply!
I assumed the repair bearing would stick out further, but did not know how much. It is helpful to know that it will stick out about 7mm further than stock as this will allow me to measure the amount of clearance I have before ordering/attempting install.
I only tried one local place, AutoZone, and they said they do not carry a Repair Bearing for the car.
I assumed the repair bearing would stick out further, but did not know how much. It is helpful to know that it will stick out about 7mm further than stock as this will allow me to measure the amount of clearance I have before ordering/attempting install.
I only tried one local place, AutoZone, and they said they do not carry a Repair Bearing for the car.
#4
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For the love of God, do not install a repair/saver bearing.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/gears-axl...ted-equal.html
One of many threads on these bearings being pure hell. I've heard people having to cut out there C-clips, some leaking immediately after install, etc... I myself fell for these on my old V6, lasted half mile before leakage and then complete destruction of my axle.
Found one of my old threads: http://www.fullthrottlev6.com/forums...ing-questions&
https://ls1tech.com/forums/gears-axl...ted-equal.html
One of many threads on these bearings being pure hell. I've heard people having to cut out there C-clips, some leaking immediately after install, etc... I myself fell for these on my old V6, lasted half mile before leakage and then complete destruction of my axle.
Found one of my old threads: http://www.fullthrottlev6.com/forums...ing-questions&
#5
It may be that some of these bearings/seals are junk, but I don't think they all are.
I have had them(don't recall the brand) on a 70 Chevelle 12 Bolt Rear for 15-20 years. Zero leaks or other issues with them.
Whether it will fit on an 02 TA W/Traction Control is a seperate issue.
I have had them(don't recall the brand) on a 70 Chevelle 12 Bolt Rear for 15-20 years. Zero leaks or other issues with them.
Whether it will fit on an 02 TA W/Traction Control is a seperate issue.
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It may be that some of these bearings/seals are junk, but I don't think they all are.
I have had them(don't recall the brand) on a 70 Chevelle 12 Bolt Rear for 15-20 years. Zero leaks or other issues with them.
Whether it will fit on an 02 TA W/Traction Control is a seperate issue.
I have had them(don't recall the brand) on a 70 Chevelle 12 Bolt Rear for 15-20 years. Zero leaks or other issues with them.
Whether it will fit on an 02 TA W/Traction Control is a seperate issue.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/gears-axl...l-c-clips.html
I'm only trying to save you from the hassle of what I and many other people have experienced. Its easy to find many threads on many brands failing within the first 1000 miles. Many almost immediately.
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i too had this happen, i ended buying a used good condition axle and went with oe style wheel bearing and seal. i used a repair bearing and it made it about 100ft before the cage failed. btw the timken cage was made of ******* plastic, yes plastic, in a wheel bearing!!! WTF!
Last edited by 01M6TA; 04-15-2012 at 08:40 AM.
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#10
Repair bearing
Thanks for the reply!
I assumed the repair bearing would stick out further, but did not know how much. It is helpful to know that it will stick out about 7mm further than stock as this will allow me to measure the amount of clearance I have before ordering/attempting install.
I only tried one local place, AutoZone, and they said they do not carry a Repair Bearing for the car.
I assumed the repair bearing would stick out further, but did not know how much. It is helpful to know that it will stick out about 7mm further than stock as this will allow me to measure the amount of clearance I have before ordering/attempting install.
I only tried one local place, AutoZone, and they said they do not carry a Repair Bearing for the car.
#13
Thank you for getting back to me so quickly. I was hoping I could do a quick fix before taking a trip. After your reply I decided to take a different car and fix the TA the right way. Thanks again!