Source of Wheel Bearings

[Jonathan Monetti]

I called Rod at The Parts Connection, and brought up some of the issues you
mention--primarily country of origin, as I was worried about some of the
archived posts on Spanish made bearings.  He researched the issues, made
recommendations, and also made up a rear bearing 'kit' for me (as one
doesn't seem to exist for my car). He's patient and extremely knowledgable,
I'd suggest giving him a call.  If you're not in the US, I believe he will
ship internationally.

Jonathan Monetti
2002 A4 1.8tq
1987.5 CGT
http://home.earthlink.net/~groovy_monkey/Audi

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> Message: 11
> Date: Mon, 11 Oct 2004 12:32:24 -400
> From: zaphod at cansafe.com
> Subject: Source of Wheel Bearings
> To: quattro at audifans.com
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> I need to replace the rear wheel bearings on my 1995 90Q which
> failed after < 20,000 km. I got the last set from Altrom and
> would like to try a different source this time. Can anyone
> suggest another source of wheel bearings? The dealer is asking
> $106 vs. $75 from Altrom. I suspect that the product will be
> about the same, given that most items cost 40 &#8211; 50% more
> from the dealer. Is there anything in particular I should be
> looking for or looking to avoid?  (i.e. brand or country of
> origin) Time is of the essence because both my cars are out of
> commission and it&#8217;s getting awfully cold to be riding the
> motorcycle early morning.
>
> TIA
>
> Greville Bowles
>