Front wheelbearing cost

nickd · Jun 9th, 2020, 19:15

Hi,

Any ideas what it would cost to replace the front n/s wheel bearing? Been quoted £350 but think that's a bit steep!

Thanks,

S60D5-185 · Jun 9th, 2020, 20:36

That does seem excessive but don't forget that a good quality bearing is not only expensive but absolutely essential as these are a big heavy car and a cheap bearing will not last.

Clan · Jun 9th, 2020, 21:51

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Originally Posted by nickd

Hi,

Any ideas what it would cost to replace the front n/s wheel bearing? Been quoted £350 but think that's a bit steep!

Thanks,

thats very reasonable if it's a dealer .. probably too reasonable ...

nickd · Jun 10th, 2020, 10:25

Hi,

That price is from a local garage, does it still seam reasonable?

Thanks,

gmonag · Jun 10th, 2020, 10:36

It probably involves non-Volvo parts. As has been said, if you use cheap parts it will not last long.

Clan · Jun 10th, 2020, 11:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickd

Hi,

That price is from a local garage, does it still seam reasonable?

Thanks,

well the garage will probably pay say £50 for a poor quality bearing ... why not buy the volvo one which costs 3 or 4 times that but will last many many years and let him fit that ?

Whyman · Jun 10th, 2020, 11:11

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Originally Posted by Clan

well the garage will probably pay say £50 for a poor quality bearing ... why not buy the volvo one which costs 3 or 4 times that but will last many many years and let him fit that ?

Plus if you fit a Volvo one you may never have to pay again and know It will last. £260 from Volvo Parts Shop.

oragex · Jun 10th, 2020, 14:28

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Originally Posted by Clan

well the garage will probably pay say £50 for a poor quality bearing ... why not buy the volvo one which costs 3 or 4 times that but will last many many years and let him fit that ?

This. Careful with the brand. If you keep the car for only 2-3 years, buy yourself an SKF or FAG and stay there when they replace it (some mechanics are smart enough to still install their chinese brand and keep yours). If you keep the car for more years, go with genuine. SKF or FAG may make the genuine ones, but the ones they sell as aftermarket may not be the same standard. As for the repair itself, it can be done without removing the axle, I would say this shouldn't be more than 1h work for a garage with tools and a puller UNLESS the axle is stuck inside the bearing. https://youtu.be/27a5YvRtVms

Tannaton · Jun 10th, 2020, 18:10

Having made the mistake twice - DON'T allow a unknown brand part to be fitted, they're available from £40 or so on e-bay but typically don't make much past 10k miles and the shyster sellers never honor the warranty.

I'd much rather fit a second hand Volvo genuine bearing than a cheap pattern part.

I have also fitted SKF in the past with good results.

jtaw45 · Jun 11th, 2020, 11:54

I'm having suspected wheel bearing problems, Around town there is no problem or noise at all. At speeds of 50mph plus there is an intermittent noise, the faster i go the worse it is. It sounds like a wowing noise and appears to be coming from the nearside front. What's the best way to diagnose the bearing and rule out other driveline noises such as rear axle and 4 wheel drive system?

I've just priced up some bearings and can get FAG for around £80 each but i am in the trade.

Jun 9th, 2020, 19:15	#1
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S60D5-185 Me ? Surely Not! Last Online: Apr 5th, 2024 16:23 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: 2007 Volvo XC90 D5 Geartronic. South of Hadrians Wall.	That does seem excessive but don't forget that a good quality bearing is not only expensive but absolutely essential as these are a big heavy car and a cheap bearing will not last. __________________ “Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” – Mark Twain 😊 2007 Volvo XC90 D5 SE Geartronic

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nickd Member Last Online: Jan 24th, 2022 07:43 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Arundel	Hi, That price is from a local garage, does it still seam reasonable? Thanks, __________________ 2008 XC90 D5 Sport - 151k 2011 V70 SE - 75k - Sold 2001 V70 SE 2.4T - 122k - Sold

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gmonag Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2024 17:24 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bury St Edmunds	It probably involves non-Volvo parts. As has been said, if you use cheap parts it will not last long. __________________ Greg

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Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Today 08:59 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	Having made the mistake twice - DON'T allow a unknown brand part to be fitted, they're available from £40 or so on e-bay but typically don't make much past 10k miles and the shyster sellers never honor the warranty. I'd much rather fit a second hand Volvo genuine bearing than a cheap pattern part. I have also fitted SKF in the past with good results. __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135

Jun 11th, 2020, 11:54	#10
jtaw45 Senior Member Last Online: Feb 13th, 2024 10:42 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hull	I'm having suspected wheel bearing problems, Around town there is no problem or noise at all. At speeds of 50mph plus there is an intermittent noise, the faster i go the worse it is. It sounds like a wowing noise and appears to be coming from the nearside front. What's the best way to diagnose the bearing and rule out other driveline noises such as rear axle and 4 wheel drive system? I've just priced up some bearings and can get FAG for around £80 each but i am in the trade.

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