Timken 14116 Wheel Bearing - Front or Front Outer

Timken 14116 Wheel Bearing for Jeep Front Axles

Timken 14116 is a front wheel bearing for select Jeep applications with a Spicer 20 axle and 1.19 in. shaft. It is built for vehicles that need reliable support under radial and axial load, making it a direct-service part for classic Jeep driveline maintenance.

Key Features

• Wheel bearing for front axle service
• Engineered for radial and axial load handling
• Timken tapered roller bearing construction
• Designed for durability in a compact bearing package
• Cross-references Carlson 14116 and SKF BR14116

Detailed Description

Timken 14116 is a tapered roller wheel bearing used in the front axle of select Jeep Cherokee, CJ5, CJ7, J10, J20, and Wagoneer models. Timken’s bearing design focuses on load capacity and long service life, which is important in front axle applications where steering, braking, and road load all act on the bearing assembly. This part number 14116 is listed for 1972-1979 Jeep CJ5, 1976-1979 Jeep CJ7, 1974-1979 Jeep Cherokee, 1974-1979 Jeep J10, 1974-1979 Jeep J20, and 1972-1979 Jeep Wagoneer with Spicer 20 - 1.19 in. shaft notes.

This part cross-references Carlson 14116 and SKF BR14116 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Front wheel bearing noise
• Excessive wheel end play
• Rough or uneven wheel rotation
• Wear from load-carrying front axle service
• Maintenance on Jeep front axle bearing assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

For best reliability, replace the inner cone and outer cup together during service. Verify axle configuration, shaft size, and model-year fitment before installation. This bearing is listed for front position applications only, including Jeep Cherokee, CJ5, CJ7, J10, J20, and Wagoneer models with the specified Spicer 20 axle note.

Quality Assurance

Timken is recognized globally for tapered roller bearings used in demanding driveline and axle applications. The 14116 follows that engineering approach with a focus on load handling and service life in front wheel bearing use.