Febi explain the four symptoms

It is important to use high quality propshaft bearings as poor quality can lead to premature wear.

Febi Bilstein say the symptoms of a defective or worn propshaft bearing are often the result of wear and tear of the rubber mounting.

In a recent press release Febi said: “Worn rubber can split, resulting in the bearing unable to support the propshaft correctly.

“If left unchecked, this can lead to failure of the whole propshaft.”

With febi, you can buy the propshaft centre bearing separately, this includes centre bearings for Porshe models, offering an alternative to the manufacturer who only provide the full propshaft replacement.

Defective or worn propshaft bearing:

  • Cause strong vibrations.
  • Cause the prop shaft to become unbalanced.
  • Unable to support the prop shaft.
  • Causes discomfort for the passenger.

Febi said: “Due to the high speed at which it rotates, the propshaft must be balanced in order to avoid heavy vibration and premature wear.

“The propshaft is generally in two pieces, which are joined and supported by a centre bearing.

“The centre bearing keeps the shaft in the correct position and attaches it to the chassis or body via rubber and metal mountings.

“This reduces vibration and helps to protect against bending and vertical changes.”

Febi supplies over 90 OE-quality propshaft centre bearings for a variety of vehicle makes and models.

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