99 JGCL -- rear bearing job!?!?

[Wulfenite29]

Hey all - I just recently had a waterpump and thermostat replacement done on my 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4X4 6cyl. 4.0 and while in the shop I was told that the rear bearings needed to be replaced. Does anyone know anything about these - what parts are needed or what kits there are - and how much money SHOULD it cost to repair. I am assuming that all the rear bearings need replacement. Concider myself mechanically challenged - so talk slowly and clearly. HAHAH! Thanks!!

[mikec041]

With out digging thru my old work orders i believe it was in the area of $500-$700
I had rear rebuilt 2x on my 99, one was was about $500 the other was about $700 at the dealer. (glad i had extended warranty)

Also had front axle rebuilt once.

GC has never towed or left the paved road.

[Dale Aeppli]

Originally Posted by Wulfenite29

Hey all - I just recently had a waterpump and thermostat replacement done on my 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4X4 6cyl. 4.0 and while in the shop I was told that the rear bearings needed to be replaced. Does anyone know anything about these - what parts are needed or what kits there are - and how much money SHOULD it cost to repair. I am assuming that all the rear bearings need replacement. Concider myself mechanically challenged - so talk slowly and clearly. HAHAH! Thanks!!

WHAT GAVE THE IDEA THAT THE REAR BEARINGS NEED CHANGED. IS IT KNOCKING SHOWING LOW OIL PRESSURE. IS IT LEAKING OIL ,IF SO THEY MAY HAVE MEANT THE REAR MAIN SEAL NEEDS CHANGING DALE [email protected]

[Wulfenite29]

Originally Posted by Dale Aeppli

WHAT GAVE THE IDEA THAT THE REAR BEARINGS NEED CHANGED. IS IT KNOCKING SHOWING LOW OIL PRESSURE. IS IT LEAKING OIL ,IF SO THEY MAY HAVE MEANT THE REAR MAIN SEAL NEEDS CHANGING DALE [email protected]

The rear end has been making a howling - whining and moaning grinding sound.

[Myrtle Beach]

i think he is referring to his rear axle/wheel bearingS- Can you please clarify which bearings they said needed replacement. Dale is refering to your engine bearing and I am thinking your wheel bearings.

[Wulfenite29]

Yes wheel bearings. I just got off the phone with the Jeep Dealer and they told me to replace both sides bearings and sealants - with parts the whole job would be around $300. Does this sound right?

[Dale Aeppli]

Originally Posted by Wulfenite29

Yes wheel bearings. I just got off the phone with the Jeep Dealer and they told me to replace both sides bearings and sealants - with parts the whole job would be around $300. Does this sound right?

HI, THE PRICE REALLY DOESN'T SEEM BAD. ASK FOR A PRICE SHEET ON THE JOB BEFORE THEY DO IT JUST TO KEEP THEM HONEST. ASK TO SEE THE OLD BEARINGS WHEN THEY'RE DONE. DALE