bearings

  1. BlueC

    Differential Bearing Cap Install Advice

    I'm looking for experienced advice. I'm installing my locker today and noticed the previous gear installer marked my bearing caps and housing with a "G", with the correct orientation indicating the passenger side, and "G" being rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise on the driver side housing. The...
  2. mattstj

    Do I need a new wheel bearing or a new axle?

    Recently my jeep developed a very loud squeak from the front passenger side wheel. The squeak seems to be louder at lower speeds, and it speeds up and slows down with the rotation of the tire. It occurs regardless of brake pressure, and will happen only when I'm turning (direction doesn't...
  3. M

    Possible Input Shaft Bearing Issue

    Good morning, all. I'm trying to diagnose a new sound (as if there weren't plenty of sounds already) coming from my 1999 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 TJ. A few days ago I started hearing this almost asynchronous grinding/whining sound when I have the vehicle in gear and giving it gas. It would...