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National B-39 Wheel Bearing - Front
National B-39 Front Wheel Bearing
The National B-39 is a front wheel bearing built for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications from the early 1980s through 1987. It is a double row angular contact bearing designed to meet or exceed OE quality standards for dependable wheel support and long service life.
Key Features
- Double row angular contact design for front wheel applications
- 40.000 mm bore and 76.000 mm outside diameter
- 1.299 in. width for proper hub and bearing fitment
- Manufactured to exacting standards for consistent performance
- National B-39 wheel bearing for OE-style replacement service
Product Details
The National B-39 wheel bearing is engineered for front axle use in vehicles such as the Dodge Charger, Plymouth Turismo, Dodge Rampage, Chrysler LeBaron, Chrysler New Yorker, Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge 600, Dodge Aries, and Plymouth Reliant. Its FWDB series construction and E-3 type design support precise wheel rotation and stable load handling in the hub assembly. If you are searching for a front wheel bearing for a 1981-1983 Dodge Aries, 1982-1984 Dodge Rampage, or 1983-1986 Plymouth Turismo, this part number is a direct fitment match for the listed applications. This part cross-references Baldwin B39 for the same application.
What This Bearing Helps Address
- Front wheel noise caused by worn bearing surfaces
- Excessive wheel play or looseness at the hub
- Rough wheel rotation from bearing wear or contamination
- Uneven hub support in front suspension service
- Replacement needs during wheel hub or axle maintenance
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm bore, outside diameter, and width before installation to match the hub assembly. Inspect the inner and outer race contact surfaces for wear, scoring, or damage before pressing the bearing into place. Clean the hub area thoroughly and verify that the bearing seats fully and evenly. For best results, compare the removed bearing to the National B-39 and confirm the vehicle’s front application before assembly.
Quality Assurance
National manufactures premium bearings to meet or exceed OE quality, using exacting production standards aimed at lasting performance and extended bearing life. The National B-39 is built for dependable front wheel service in the listed Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications.
| Brand | National |
|---|---|
| Part Number | B-39 |
| Bore (Inch) | 1.575 |
| Bore (mm) | 40.000 |
| Design | Double row angular contact |
| Inner Race Bore (Inch) | 1.575 |
| Inner Race Bore (MM) | 40.000 |
| Inner Race Radius (Inch) | 0.140 |
| Inner Race Radius (MM) | 3.560 |
| Inner Race Width (Inch) | 1.299 |
| Inner Race Width (MM) | 33.000 |
| Outer Race Outside Diameter (Inch) | 2.992 |
| Outer Race Outside Diameter (MM) | 76.000 |
| Outer Race Radius (Inch) | 0.030 |
| Outer Race Radius (MM) | 0.760 |
| Outer Race Width (Inch) | 1.102 |
| Outer Race Width (MM) | 28.000 |
| Outside Diameter (Inch) | 2.992 |
| Outside Diameter (mm) | 76.000 |
| Part Description | Wheel bearing |
| Series | Fwdb |
| Type | E-3 |
| Width (Inch) | 1.299 |
| Width (mm) | 33.000 |
This part fits 29 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Dodge | Charger | Base | Front | |
| 1986 | Dodge | Charger | 2.2 | Front | with 4 Stud Hub |
| 1986 | Dodge | Charger | Base | Front | with 4 Stud Hub |
| 1986 | Plymouth | Turismo | Front | ||
| 1986 | Plymouth | Turismo 2.2 | Base | Front | |
| 1985 | Dodge | Charger | 2.2 | Front | with 4 Stud Hub |
| 1985 | Dodge | Charger | Base | Front | with 4 Stud Hub |
| 1985 | Plymouth | Turismo | Front | ||
| 1985 | Plymouth | Turismo 2.2 | Base | Front | |
| 1984 | Dodge | Charger | 2.2 | Front | |
| 1984 | Dodge | Charger | Base | Front | |
| 1984 | Dodge | Rampage | Front | ||
| 1984 | Plymouth | Turismo | Front | ||
| 1983 | Chrysler | LeBaron | Front | ||
| 1983 | Chrysler | New Yorker | Front | ||
| 1983 | Chrysler | Town & Country | Front | ||
| 1983 | Dodge | 600 | Front | ||
| 1983 | Dodge | Aries | Front | ||
| 1983 | Dodge | Charger | Front | ||
| 1983 | Dodge | Rampage | Front | ||
| 1983 | Plymouth | Reliant | Front | ||
| 1983 | Plymouth | Turismo | Front | ||
| 1982 | Chrysler | LeBaron | Front | ||
| 1982 | Chrysler | Town & Country | Front | ||
| 1982 | Dodge | Aries | Front | ||
| 1982 | Dodge | Rampage | Front | ||
| 1982 | Plymouth | Reliant | Front | ||
| 1981 | Dodge | Aries | Front | ||
| 1981 | Plymouth | Reliant | Front |
* 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:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.