I have a 2004 Chevy Avalanche 1500. It was making a knocking noise going over bumps and front end parts were fine. Gambled on this bearing and the intermediate shaft being the problem per plenty of internet research. It paid off. I used silicone grease on tube shaft and steering shaft to get this on. It takes patience to maneuver in as the new part is tight. Once both parts are in, no more noise. Truck is perfect. I like this Dorman replacement and the Dorman intermediate shaft replacement. They seem redesigned to prevent this from happening again. Final tip is to use the GM steering lock tool during this process if you do not have locking steering. It is $20 on Ebay. Otherwise, if the wheel turns while the shaft is disconnected, I heard there is a coil in the column that you could damage. Not good.Read full review
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Original steering bearing is hard to put on. The Dorman bearing ,you can take bearing out of sleeve get it started on shaft, then put sleeve back on and slide it up position.
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Was a tight fit but worked just fine good quality and a great price
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This bearing made my steering feel like a new truck. Install is easy if you watch the YouTube videos before installing
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Plastic inner bearing race popped off during install. Only realized this when plastic housing was fully installed and steering shaft still had play. Had to pull apart and reseat bearing race. Typical Dorman. It’s hit or miss if they improve on the OEM designs.
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