GKN Loebro 306648 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left or Front Right

Porsche 911 Front CV Axle Assembly

The GKN Loebro 306648 is a front CV axle assembly built with OE-level driveline engineering for select Porsche 911 applications. It is specified for front left and front right positions on 2000-2005 Porsche 911 models, with fitment details that include a 48-tooth ABS tone ring and the correct joint configuration for the application.

Key Features

• Part number 306648 CV axle assembly for select Porsche 911 front axle applications
• Compressed length: 27.559 in.
• Outboard spline quantity: 28
• Inboard joint type: plunging joint VL
• Outboard joint type: fixed ball joint AC
• ABS tone ring: 48 teeth
• Axle nut included: yes
• Axle nut thread size: M22x1.5

Detailed Description

GKN Loebro 306648 is engineered for front axle service on Porsche 911 models where precise driveline geometry and joint specification matter. The assembly uses a plunging inboard joint and a fixed ball outboard joint, along with a 28-spline outboard connection and a 48-tooth ABS ring to match the vehicle’s front-end requirements. This part number 306648 is listed for 2000-2005 Porsche 911 front left and front right positions, including applications noted with EKZ : L and ABS ring 48 teeth. This part cross-references Porsche OE numbers 996.349.038.11 and 99634903810 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Clicking or popping during turns caused by worn CV joints
• Vibration or shudder from a worn front axle assembly
• ABS warning concerns related to an incorrect tone ring count
• Driveline noise from damaged splines or joint wear
• Uneven power transfer at the front wheels on Porsche 911 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s front left or front right position, ABS tone ring tooth count, and axle nut thread size before installation. Confirm compressed length and spline count against the removed axle to ensure correct geometry for the Porsche 911 application. Inspect mating hubs, seals, and fasteners for wear before assembly, and torque all hardware to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.

Quality Assurance

GKN Automotive supplies OE technology to global vehicle manufacturers and produces axle assemblies at high volume for passenger cars, sports cars, luxury vehicles, light trucks, and 4x4 applications. The 306648 axle assembly reflects that OE-focused engineering approach for the Porsche 911 driveline.