R34 Gt Rear Wheel Bearing

[Wordsmith]

Just got the car back today from servicing and was told the passenger side rear wheel bearing is on its way out. I haven't heard the noise myself but I have noticed that the handling of the car has been less precise recently, and the steering wheel sometimes feels like somebody is tugging at it.

My question is, should I get an OEM replacement or CBC's? They sell a kit for R34 through Just Jap.

http://justjap.com/driveline/driveshafts-bearings/rear-wheel-bearing-carrier-nissan-a31-s13-s14-s15-r32-r33-r34-non-hicas-2wd.html

[KiwiRS4T]

Would have thought the OEM part would be twice that price but perhaps someone can tell you that the Just Jap one is fine (I have not bought one).

[Duncan]

The part you linked to is for 2WD models only, I recently got a pair of nissan bearings through just jap for my 32 GTR and they were about twice that price. Pretty sure there is no aftermarket option for GTR.

[GTRPSI]

No aftermarket option for the GTR, i know i tried real hard to find one...

Pretty sure the other models are covered aftermarket from what i remember while searching around.

Id get the CBC version, take your old one in you to check its right when your at the counter.

[Wordsmith]

Thanks guys, I've got the N/A rear wheel drive R34 so the CBC bearing should fit.

Got a little trip planned tomorrow, about 150km worth of driving. Wondering if I should drive down or hitch a ride with a mate. I jacked up the car and took a video of the free play to determine just how bad it is, and if it can make the journey tomorrow. What do you esteemed gentlemen think?

[GTRPSI]

Dont drive it for crying out loud....that's well and truly screwed.....

[Wordsmith]

Dont drive it for crying out loud....that's well and truly screwed.....

Thanks man, I won't take it out then. Much appreciated. I obviously couldn't go to a mechanic today to get the advice being Christmas. So I'm very glad SAU was able to come through for me.

Edited December 25, 2015 by Wordsmith

[Ben C34]

Wow, that's not on the way out, it's rooted

[Wordsmith]

Could be worse!

[admS15]

Could be worse!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Koo8257o5Sg

They're what you call IRB. Independent rear bearings. Lol >_>