rauman Posted December 3, 2024 Share Posted December 3, 2024 I will be replacing one of the hubs on my E90 (2009 320D) in a few weeks and am preparing to buy the necessary components. The component number on REAL OEM is 334 1675 2381, and the part appears as follows: I accessed the FEBI website and entered the BMW component number, resulting in the following information: It seems incorrect to me - has Febi made an error? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Squirrrel Posted December 3, 2024 Share Posted December 3, 2024 It seems different, does it not? Have you attempted to search the febi component number on Google to get further photographs in the event that the febi website is inaccurate? Do you own a press or rear bearing removal tool for the task? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rauman Posted December 3, 2024 Author Share Posted December 3, 2024 Indeed, that is quite peculiar. I have attempted to get further images of the BMW hub and the FEBI hub; however, it is challenging to obtain corresponding photographs. Despite the FEBI website providing three perspectives, I cannot find one that aligns with the authentic OEM design. I will continue searching. I own a Sealey AK713 hub puller, however I am uncertain of its efficacy for the task. Additionally, my workplace was disposing of manual bench presses, and I acquired one; nonetheless, it caused a significant dent in the rear bumper when I removed it from the trunk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrrel Posted December 3, 2024 Share Posted December 3, 2024 I used a press while doing rear installations on my vehicle; it was quite cumbersome due to the backing plate and the hub's configuration. A new backing plate was necessary since I severed the original, along with strategically positioned metal blocks to secure the hub in the press. With the new hub flange, the problem of removing the inner race will be eliminated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rauman Posted December 3, 2024 Author Share Posted December 3, 2024 Is it necessary to detach the driveshaft from the differential? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrrel Posted December 3, 2024 Share Posted December 3, 2024 No, it may remain on diff; however, verify your hub nut before to committing, since they tend to corrode, necessitating drilling and chiselling. The drive shafts may get seized in the hub, necessitating a press tool for removal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rauman Posted December 3, 2024 Author Share Posted December 3, 2024 I anticipate that the driveshafts, rebuilt around four years ago, are all functioning well. Consequently, I surmise that the individuals who altered the driveshafts were also responsible for striking the hub with excessive force, resulting in its deformation. Indeed, the bolts were not well secured, resulting in their dislodgment after 20 miles, necessitating a recovery call due to the disconnection of the driveshafts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rauman Posted December 3, 2024 Author Share Posted December 3, 2024 It seems to be the proper component. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rauman Posted December 3, 2024 Author Share Posted December 3, 2024 https://www.lllparts.co.uk/product/bmw-rear-wheel-hub-genuine-bmw-33416752381/id/454171 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HolyRoach Posted December 3, 2024 Share Posted December 3, 2024 What is the reason for altering the hub? They are often reusable when replacing wheel bearings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxck Posted December 3, 2024 Share Posted December 3, 2024 It seems to be deformed from hammering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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