Center Bearing Replacement

[nicknteri]

If anyone has ever replaced the center bearing could you give me a break down of the steps to replace it, or scan that section of your Bentley manual and send it. I really need to replace it and just want to know if I want to try it myself or not.

Thanks, Nick

[MarkD in NJ]

http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techart ... earing.htm

This article is close, however, on the E28 you should remove the driveshaft from the car. Replace the guibo also while you're in there and also check your universal joints for wear.

...however, I belive the next investment you make really should be a Bentley manual.

[Steve Haygood]

mark the dshaft for proper reinstall and remove the front section only

[MarkD in NJ]

mark the dshaft for proper reinstall and remove the front section only

So the rear half does not need to come out of the car? COOL

[EuroShark]

I pulled the entire thing out and it was not a big challenge... except that my bearing was so bad I had to cut it off.

[nicknteri]

Thanks alot guys, I actually have someone replacing it currently. I found a guy locally who almost exclusively works on earlier model BMW's. I know I really do need to get the Bentley manual. I'll try to pick one up off ebay.

[nicknteri]

Just an update, the center bearing was replaced and the shop owner called and told me the clunking was gone but it still has a shimmy under acceleration. He said it was a front cv joint, I am fairly new to driveshaft/suspension components of this and all cars. He also briefly suggested a new driveshaft. Can you all share any knowledge about this.

Thanks, Nick

[kit533i]

Well, I can tell you that there are few, if any, driveline shops that will rebuild a BMW driveshaft. I leaned on one about 5 years ago, but they wouldn't warranty it and I had to sign waivers. When that DS finally bit the dust earlier this year, I went with Driveline Service of Portland and was very happy. Depending on the year/model/transmission of your car, you're probably looking in the neighborhood of $400 + core charge.

Steve Haygood can also get drivelines for a similar cost, from a different supplier though that I can't remember off the top of my head.

Good luck, and HTH.

Kit

[Karl Heinz]

I believe Steve is getting his from Beyer Drive Works. Have been very happy with my install, although I have not put many miles on it yet. I did guibo and eventually the diff mount, as it was also needed. Oh, and the "new" rebuilt driveshaft came with a new center bearing, as well.

[Steve Haygood]

Parks be right Beyer it is, good product, good folks