sq2k

I replaced my right rear wheel bearing last year with an oem NSK bearing which has started showing signs of failure after 3 track days.The wheel hub wasn't changed which may be the cause for the premature failure.

Does anyone here have experience with the Dorman wheel hubs for track days and how does it hold up?
Or am I better off going with Honda OE bearing and hub. The kicker is that the cost twice as much as the non-oem parts.

Thanks in advance for any feedback.

decepticondc5

Just to rule it it out.... What did you torque the axle nut to after you did the job last time?

sq2k

if i recall correctly somewhere around 250 ft-lb.

Charper732

I've used the dorman wheel hubs multiple times. I have no complaints. Make sure to use a quality bearing like the NSK. It doesn't have to be from honda, just get the bearing number and source it the cheapest place you can.

However, once the hub and bearing is installed make sure it spins with minimal effort. It's pretty easy to not get the bearing installed perfectly square and it'll bind a bit

djsilverjohnson

When I bought my AP1 w/45k, the owner said he'd just replaced a rear wheel bearing. I checked it when I got home and it wasn't tight. I torqued it down but it soon started making noise. I replaced both with hub/bearing kits from RockAuto and did the mega-torque on them. 74k now, with 4 years of 2-up autocross, a few track days and a 3 day, 1,500 mile "Targa". I just replaced the clutch (for the 2nd time) and a sticking front caliper, but the wheel bearings are still quiet. Whatever you get, follow the torque DIY.