Wheel bearings and flanges

[k7lsy]

Hi guys,

My car (3R) is in for a service and the rear wheel bearing need replaced.

The mechanic recommended get the flanges replaced as well.

I don't see mention of flanges in FAQ or noble parts or via searching this forum.

When buying the wheel bearing do they come with the flanges or is there a specific part for them?

Any thoughts much appreciated,
Cheers
Kenny

[peterguk V6 KWK]

What is wrong with your flange? It's not normally replaced when a bearing is replaced.

[k7lsy]

Hi Peter,
Thanks for the quick reply.

I'm speaking to the mechanic tonight - will suggest that we leave the flanges alone.

I've ordered replacement wheel bearing kits today - hopefully get the car back on the road soon.

Cheers
Kenny

[k7lsy]

I spoke to the mechanic and he says they need replaced.

Do i need to phone Noble for replacements?

Any help much appreciated,
Cheers
Kenny

[noble1978]

where did you get the whhel bearings from?

[paulcundy]

k7lsy said:

I spoke to the mechanic and he says they need replaced.

Do i need to phone Noble for replacements?

Any help much appreciated,
Cheers
Kenny

Dear Kenny,
Ok but Why? Just cos he says they need doing! Remember "warped discs" and other stealership myths. Why does he think they need replacing?
Regards
Paul C

[k7lsy]

Ryan - i've bought the kits (QWB831) from http://www.rapidcarparts.co.uk/bmw-320-rear-wheel-...

Paul - i trust the mechanic - he's done good by me in the past. He's said he has fixed at least 4 Noble wheel bearings in the past and each time had to replace or patch up the flange.

If no-one knows the part number then i'll call Noble tomorrow.

Cheers for all the help,
Kenny

Edited by k7lsy on Thursday 26th February 22:24

[Gadgeroonie]

i think what may have happpened here is the bearing has come loose in the hub

the hub is aluminium and can easily wear

that means the new bearing will be loose and not a snug fit in the hub

[ThatPhilBrettGuy]

Gadgeroonie said:

i think what may have happpened here is the bearing has come loose in the hub

the hub is aluminium and can easily wear

that means the new bearing will be loose and not a snug fit in the hub

Yup. I had to replace a hub for exactly this reason.

[noble1978]

are the front and rear the same?

[k7lsy]

Ryan - as far as i know yes. Front and rear the same.