Avan wheel bearing check.

ozi2 · Guru

Avan wheel bearing check.

PeterD · Guru

From the sounds of things your problem is most likely the seal at the back of the bearings. Make sure it is replaced when you have the bearings done. If you have Al-Ko hubs you should be able to get the part numbers from here http://www.alko.com.au/vehicle-technology/product-catalogue/hubs-bearings-stubs-drums/bearings-bearing-sets/

If you replace the bearings, carry one set of the old ones for on the road backup.

ozi2 · Guru

G'day Peter,

good advice re keeping bearing for spare and thank you for the link.

For anyone contemplating new bearings the all up cost for 2 complete sets was $27.00. The caravan bearing and brake service will be $250.00. (money well spent)

Cheers,

ozi2

justcruisin01 · Guru

ozi2 wrote:
Hi everyone, in preparing the Avan cruiseliner I found that at least one bearing appears to be leaking.(classic spray pattern spreading from hub) To avoid trouble I have contacted Avan to obtain the wheel bearing that they use and for your information the part used is known as: Ford slimline wheel bearing and using this description you can obtain above from any bearing supplier. No specific part number was given other than that mentioned. Do you carry a spare? Cheers ozi2

As stated, it could be just the hub seal leaking due to age, or a loose wheel bearing adjustment. If this is so then a dismantle of the bearings, clean & inspect for wear, pitting &/or rust. If all ok the repack & fit new seal.

IF replacing the bearings BE SURE TO FIT A QUILITY KNOWN BRAND, as there are plenty of cheap chineese one's out there that are not worth touching.

A couple of good ones are Timpkin, nashi, toyo,

JC.

ozi2 · Guru

Hi JC, thanks for your post re quality wheel bearings. I checked and yep, they are Chinese but no problem to exchange, so I will do that and have the peace of mind if they need replacing and carry a spare & grease.

Thank to forum members for sharing/informing, its appreciated.

Cheers,

ozi2

hako · Guru

Most well known bearing companies like SKF and Timken to name 2 have factories in China, so just because they are made in China is not necessarily a bad thing.

wasn_me · Guru

hako wrote:
Most well known bearing companies like SKF and Timken to name 2 have factories in China, so just because they are made in China is not necessarily a bad thing.

I'm sure you'll find the SKF & Timken ones made in China will have their brand name & part no on them. They will be made to SKF & Timken specifications. I wouldn't consider the bearing kits from cheapie auto stores, usually around $20 or under for a kit. Usually no brand name marked on them. If you are going to carry a spare bearing kit, also carry a small container with enough grease to do a bearing change.

Cheers Pete

patrolst · Senior Member

If you remove the bearing you will find a part number on the inner and outer bearing race and shell.

take the bearing and or part number with one of the seals to the bearing supply company, Repco may have them as well although they may try and convince you that the prepacked trailer sets will be ok.

justcruisin01 · Guru

Whats not made in china/asia ? half our population comes from there . LOL

My reference to chineese bearings was the unknown brands/names. Stick with the names that we have had for years & know they are of quility.

JC.