Member Since: 22 Aug 2013
Location: Dublin
Posts: 145
Prop shaft center bearing
Hi, I'm having a vibration issue, speed (not RPM) related when under torque.
I was looking under the car at the center prop shaft bearing and the rubber seems very soft (but its there).
I can easily wiggle it around with my hand, is that normal?
BTW there was no heat shield! Thanks
22nd Aug 2017 4:09 pm
sputnixb51
Member Since: 23 Apr 2013
Location: Morayshire
Posts: 833
The rubber itself is fairly soft and moves easily, the problem occurs when the rubber starts to Tear away from the bearing carrier then the prop shaft bangs about especially when changing gears or direction of the loads going through it, and will vibrate more easily seen when heat shield is missing or removed.
22nd Aug 2017 4:17 pm
rrhool
Member Since: 28 Aug 2014
Location: Norfolk
Posts: 4517
They are fairly free to move, if it's not split it should be ok. I got a new propshaft delivered today, fitting tonight!Richard
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22nd Aug 2017 4:29 pm
IanMellor
Member Since: 22 Aug 2013
Location: Dublin
Posts: 145
Hi rrhool, what make did you buy?
The LR originals are €450+VAT here in Ireland!
I was thinking of removing mine and inspecting it before spending the money.
If it's OK I would just put it back.
I also notice that center bearings are also available.
23rd Aug 2017 1:25 pm
mick_n3
Member Since: 19 May 2017
Location: Kettering
Posts: 428
I got one that was spotted a couple of months ago on this post
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