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National 511020 Wheel Bearing - Rear

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Rear Wheel Bearing for BMW 525i

National 511020 is a rear wheel bearing built for 1989-1995 BMW 525i applications. It is a double row angular contact bearing engineered to meet or exceed OE quality standards for dependable wheel support and long service life.

Key Features

  • Double row angular contact design for stable load handling
  • 1.457 in. bore and 2.913 in. outside diameter
  • 1.772 in. width for the specified rear hub application
  • Premium-quality construction from National
  • Designed to match OE dimensions for proper fitment

Product Details

This National wheel bearing, part number 511020, is part of the RWDB series and uses an E-3 type configuration. It is specified with a 37.000 mm bore, 74.000 mm outside diameter, and 45.000 mm width, with matching inner and outer race widths for consistent rear wheel support. For drivers searching for a rear wheel bearing for BMW 525i 1989-1995, National 511020 provides the dimensional accuracy needed for service work on the rear hub assembly.

This part cross-references SKF GRW213 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

  • Rear wheel noise or growling from worn bearing surfaces
  • Excessive wheel play or looseness at the hub
  • Rough rotation during wheel or hub inspection
  • Replacement during rear hub service on BMW 525i models

Installation Notes

Verify bore, width, and outside diameter before installation to confirm the bearing matches the hub assembly. Clean the hub and surrounding components thoroughly, inspect the race surfaces for wear, and follow the vehicle service procedure for pressing and seating the bearing correctly. For fitment reference, this part fits 1989-1995 BMW 525i, rear.

Quality Assurance

National manufactures this bearing to exacting standards and states that it is designed to meet or exceed OE quality for lasting performance and extended bearing life.

BrandNational
Part Number511020
Bore (Inch)1.457
Bore (mm)37.000
DesignDouble row angular contact
FootnoteGen1
Inner Race Bore (Inch)1.457
Inner Race Bore (MM)37.000
Inner Race Radius (Inch)0.150
Inner Race Radius (MM)3.800
Inner Race Width (Inch)1.772
Inner Race Width (MM)45.000
Outer Race Width (Inch)1.772
Outer Race Width (MM)45.000
Outside Diameter (Inch)2.913
Outside Diameter (mm)74.000
Part DescriptionWheel bearing
SeriesRwdb
TypeE-3
Width (Inch)1.772
Width (mm)45.000

This part fits 7 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelBody TypePositionNotes
1995BMW525iSedanRear
1994BMW525iSedanRear
1993BMW525iSedanRear
1992BMW525iSedanRear
1991BMW525iRear
1990BMW525iRear
1989BMW525iRear

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

0415203051-4058309946AC309946AD33-41-1-123-41533-41-1-468-92738-02317415203452951.93410.007851102090235281BAHB309946ACGRW213VKBA1318VKBA1326

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

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