2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

blazerparts · 04-05-2006, 10:21 PM

I'm replacing the drive line carrier bearing on a '69 GMC 2500. Referring to the picture below, what I got from NAPA is on the left, what was original is on the right ( minus the actual greasy bearing that is in 5 pieces). It doesn't appear that the replacement bearing I got from NAPA is going to be a bolt on replacement and will require some fabbing. What are you folks using for carrier bearings?

Longhorn Man · 04-05-2006, 10:25 PM

You won't be able to locate the one on the right. I have one very close to what you have on the left. I took some 1/4 inch thick metal and bolted it down on top of the cross member and then mounted that new one to the new metal. No problems...yet.

badpeanut · 04-06-2006, 07:26 PM

The original carrier bearing in my 1/2-ton looked like the one on the left. Replacement looks identical to the one on the left. So far it is okay.

vk_chevy · 04-07-2006, 12:28 AM

I had a driveline shop rebuild the driveline for my 67 3/4 ton and they installed a similar bearing to what you have pictured on the left...

it's kind of hard to tell from my pic but it is similar (if not the same)

qksilver · 04-07-2006, 01:44 AM

I just finished cutting up a truck I got from Bills Bowtie, a GMC 3/4. It had a aftermarket one like the one on the left but had a spacer that looked like a factory type. It did the same thing that Longhorn did making a spacer.
When we did heavy duty trucks we tried to keep the front drive shaft as close as parallel as possible to the frame, used spacers when needed

blaserman · 04-07-2006, 01:55 AM

My son and me replaced the one on his 75 truck and the new one looked like the one on the left. We had to make a spacer for the top so it would fit right. We even went to several part stores to see if they had one like the old one,but were told no. Guess it is something that was changed out. We used a large block of aluminum(?) and shaved it down and drilled mounting holes in it. Just take your time and good luck.

blazerparts · 04-07-2006, 10:13 AM

Thanks all!

red71cheyenne · 04-07-2006, 04:23 PM

When I still had a two-piece on the 71 I relplaced the carrier bearing. Had to make two trips to the parts store though. They gave me the one on the left, and of course it didn't fit. Went back and they had the one on the right in stock as well. Might be worth checking out. Jeff.

boundstaffpress · 04-07-2006, 04:47 PM

don't drive that new bearing on too far. Did it come with any spacers? My old bearing had no spacers, and so I didn't include any when I installed my new bearing. Now the bearing housing (like on the left) rubs and squeaks on the driveshaft splash gaurd. I haven't had the time to take it down and pull it back off yet.

Sanduners · 05-26-2018, 04:37 AM

Has anyone been able to location the rubber for the original carrier bearing that is pictured in the first post on the right side? I can get the bearing but haven't found the rubber.

Knight72 · 05-26-2018, 09:34 AM

2006? Talk about "Night of the Living Thread" lol. Sorry, I can't be of help. The age on this revive caught me off guard. Hopefully someone knowledgeable chimes in soon.

bill3rail · 05-26-2018, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sanduners

Has anyone been able to location the rubber for the original carrier bearing that is pictured in the first post on the right side? I can get the bearing but haven't found the rubber.

I would assume it is a type of clamshell where you separate both halves then add the bearing and support material into it...
There is no image of the actual bearing and support so this is what I came up with. They are not cheap either, over $40.00.

NATIONAL HB108 Includes bearing and support; Bore=1.5748", Outer Diameter=2.8346", Width=1.651"
Brg. I.D. 1.5748" / 40mm; Spicer 1410 Series

BCOWANWHEELS · 05-26-2018, 07:56 PM

one on left is better bearing, less vibes

Dibber13 · 06-03-2018, 07:41 PM

I am actually looking for the crossmember/support (frame rail-to-rail) for 70' C30 that the bearing mounts to..

BCOWANWHEELS · 06-03-2018, 09:23 PM

I have it in e.tn. but I,am crippled and cant pull it. the bed is off too.

Mike C · 06-04-2018, 09:20 AM

That is the HD carrier bearing. My short step leaf spring truck has that as well. I posted a thread on the board when I replaced it with more info and the name of a driveline shop in San Antonio that had them in stock. I'm pretty sure it came with new rubber surround.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=656307

04-05-2006, 10:21 PM	#1
blazerparts No,I DON'T have Tourett's Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 556	2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? I'm replacing the drive line carrier bearing on a '69 GMC 2500. Referring to the picture below, what I got from NAPA is on the left, what was original is on the right ( minus the actual greasy bearing that is in 5 pieces). It doesn't appear that the replacement bearing I got from NAPA is going to be a bolt on replacement and will require some fabbing. What are you folks using for carrier bearings? Attached Images __________________ '72 K5 CST 350/350 Daily Driver '69 GMC3500 Camper Special CST Flatbed 396/400 Upgraded to show truck '69 GMC 2500 L6292, 3spd beater

04-05-2006, 10:25 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? You won't be able to locate the one on the right. I have one very close to what you have on the left. I took some 1/4 inch thick metal and bolted it down on top of the cross member and then mounted that new one to the new metal. No problems...yet.

04-06-2006, 07:26 PM	#3
badpeanut Not a bad nut after all.. Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: ND Posts: 1,755	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? The original carrier bearing in my 1/2-ton looked like the one on the left. Replacement looks identical to the one on the left. So far it is okay. __________________ '05 Chevy 2500HD 4x4 '72 GMC LWB 4x2 driver '72 Chevy LWB 4x4 plow truck '71 Blazer 4x4 driver '70 GMC LWB trailer

04-07-2006, 12:28 AM	#4
vk_chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 231	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? I had a driveline shop rebuild the driveline for my 67 3/4 ton and they installed a similar bearing to what you have pictured on the left... it's kind of hard to tell from my pic but it is similar (if not the same) Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C20 Longhorn 72 Chevy, K20 Custom Camper 67 Chevy, LWB, C20, 350/350, PS, PB, 65 Jag MKII

04-07-2006, 01:44 AM	#5
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? I just finished cutting up a truck I got from Bills Bowtie, a GMC 3/4. It had a aftermarket one like the one on the left but had a spacer that looked like a factory type. It did the same thing that Longhorn did making a spacer. When we did heavy duty trucks we tried to keep the front drive shaft as close as parallel as possible to the frame, used spacers when needed

04-07-2006, 01:55 AM	#6
blaserman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: glen burnie md Posts: 447	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? My son and me replaced the one on his 75 truck and the new one looked like the one on the left. We had to make a spacer for the top so it would fit right. We even went to several part stores to see if they had one like the old one,but were told no. Guess it is something that was changed out. We used a large block of aluminum(?) and shaved it down and drilled mounting holes in it. Just take your time and good luck. __________________ This is my best friend

04-07-2006, 10:13 AM	#7
blazerparts No,I DON'T have Tourett's Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 556	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? Thanks all! __________________ '72 K5 CST 350/350 Daily Driver '69 GMC3500 Camper Special CST Flatbed 396/400 Upgraded to show truck '69 GMC 2500 L6292, 3spd beater

04-07-2006, 04:23 PM	#8
red71cheyenne Back in the sticks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Fordland, MO Posts: 3,188	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? When I still had a two-piece on the 71 I relplaced the carrier bearing. Had to make two trips to the parts store though. They gave me the one on the left, and of course it didn't fit. Went back and they had the one on the right in stock as well. Might be worth checking out. Jeff. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne C-10 w/700R4 and Tuned Port Injection 1969 K5 Blazer w/Tuned Port 2010 2SS/RS Flaming Orange Camaro 2011 K1500 Suburban 2014 K1500 Pickup 2008 Nissan Altima? The wifes' hoopty

04-07-2006, 04:47 PM	#9
boundstaffpress Jamie Hyneman is my twin Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: La Junta, Colorado Posts: 705	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? don't drive that new bearing on too far. Did it come with any spacers? My old bearing had no spacers, and so I didn't include any when I installed my new bearing. Now the bearing housing (like on the left) rubs and squeaks on the driveshaft splash gaurd. I haven't had the time to take it down and pull it back off yet. __________________ Justin SOLD 1967 K10 Fleetside, 283, Front and Rear Posi SOLD Color Wiring Diagrams Now in High Resolution V8 and Cab and Cab and Chassis

05-26-2018, 04:37 AM	#10
Sanduners Registered User Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: So Cal, CA Posts: 8	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? Has anyone been able to location the rubber for the original carrier bearing that is pictured in the first post on the right side? I can get the bearing but haven't found the rubber.

05-26-2018, 09:34 AM	#11
Knight72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Southside, Alabama Posts: 173	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? 2006? Talk about "Night of the Living Thread" lol. Sorry, I can't be of help. The age on this revive caught me off guard. Hopefully someone knowledgeable chimes in soon. __________________ 72 C10 lwb fleetside aka Big Rhonda. Still plugging away. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...42#post8247142

05-26-2018, 07:56 PM	#13
BCOWANWHEELS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KINGSPORT,TN. Posts: 3,035	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? one on left is better bearing, less vibes __________________ I BELIEVE IN JOHN 3:16

06-03-2018, 07:41 PM	#14
Dibber13 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Palestine Ohio Posts: 10	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? I am actually looking for the crossmember/support (frame rail-to-rail) for 70' C30 that the bearing mounts to..

06-03-2018, 09:23 PM	#15
BCOWANWHEELS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KINGSPORT,TN. Posts: 3,035	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? I have it in e.tn. but I,am crippled and cant pull it. the bed is off too. __________________ I BELIEVE IN JOHN 3:16

06-04-2018, 09:20 AM	#16
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,709	Re: 2 piece drive line carrier bearing ? That is the HD carrier bearing. My short step leaf spring truck has that as well. I posted a thread on the board when I replaced it with more info and the name of a driveline shop in San Antonio that had them in stock. I'm pretty sure it came with new rubber surround. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=656307 __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax



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