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Old Feb 13, 2024 | 12:34 PM
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I currently have no issues with the front wheel hubs, that I'm aware of. Should I "proactively" replace the front hubs or should I wait until I notice signs of failure?

Aside from Timken and SKF, are there any economy brands you all recommend?

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I wait for them to become loose and/or become noisy.

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Unless there is vibration, humming, or significant play, leave them be. New replacement wheel bearings of all brands are universally inferior to the OE GM.

The rears there is maybe a marginal increase in the validity of a proactive replacement due to the increased labor... but even then, most of the time it is best to let them be.

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