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Old 05-14-2021, 05:03 PM   #1
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Default new rear hub bearing failure

Do new rear wheel bearings have a failure with the end plates(thrust plates).
While looking for new bearings for my Model A sleeved hubs(uses '36-'48 Ford bearing ?) it seems as though it's a failure problem with the thrust plates (not hardened) and not the rollers.

If you've replaced yours with no failure problems who was the supplier ?
Don't want to go 500 miles like some have and bearings fail.
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Old 05-14-2021, 08:34 PM   #2
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Default Re: new rear hub bearing failure

Most often new means china. Find NOS or good used.


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Old 05-14-2021, 09:35 PM   #3
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My searches for NOS have not shown any thing yet. I'll find them.I know there out there.



Your right. No China bearings.
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Old 05-14-2021, 10:33 PM   #4
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Default Re: new rear hub bearing failure

Even some German made bearings that I purchased new had soft end plates in the roller bearings. Always pays to check whatever brand you buy by touching the end plates with a fine file. You cant trust any particular brand these days. Ask THIRD GEN AUTO to send you some good new bearings. Regards, Kevin.
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Old 05-15-2021, 08:56 AM   #5
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Or check with Fred at South Side Obsolete.
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Old 05-15-2021, 09:39 AM   #6
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I had the same rear hub bearing failure pattern with my 40 when using new aftermarket bearings. The problem was solved when I finally found some NOS Ford bearings. Let us know if you find a source of quality bearings.
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Old 05-15-2021, 10:56 AM   #7
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Looking on the swap side it look's like tudor 28 got his replacements. Hope he let's us know the source. I have a good used set if someone needs a pair as well.
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