Timken 23100 Steering Knuckle Bearing - Front, Front Lower or Front Upper

Timken Steering Knuckle Bearing 23100

Timken 23100 is a tapered roller steering knuckle bearing built for front-end service where radial and axial loads are both present. With a 1.000-inch inside diameter, 0.845-inch cone width, and compact bearing geometry, it supports durable steering knuckle operation in heavy-duty Dana/Spicer axle applications.

Key Features

• Tapered roller bearing construction for combined radial and axial load handling
• Inside diameter: 1.000 in. / 25.40 mm
• Cone width: 0.845 in. / 21.46 mm
• Cone radius: 0.059 in. / 1.50 mm
• Engineered for steering knuckle service in front axle applications
• Cross-reference part numbers: Gates 23100 and SKF BR23100

Detailed Description

Timken 23100 is a steering knuckle bearing for heavy-duty front axle assemblies, including Ford F-250 and F-350, Dodge W200/W250/W300, Chevrolet K30/K3500/V30/V3500, and GMC K3500/V3500 applications listed below. Timken tapered roller bearing components are built to manage both radial and axial loads while maintaining a compact footprint, making them a practical choice for front steering knuckle service where durability and load control matter. For reliable repair results, replace the inner cone and outer cup together when servicing the bearing assembly.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1980-1997 Ford F-250, Front, Dana/Spicer 50 Series Axle
• Fits 1985-1997 Ford F-350, Front, Dana/Spicer 60-7 Axle
• Fits 1981-1993 Dodge W250, Front Upper
• Fits 1981-1993 Dodge W250, Front Lower
• Fits 1988-1991 Chevrolet K3500, Front Upper, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1988-1991 Chevrolet K3500, Front Lower, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet V3500, Front Upper, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet V3500, Front Lower, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1988-1991 GMC K3500, Front Upper, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1979-1986 GMC K3500, Front Upper, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1988-1991 GMC K3500, Front Lower, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1979-1986 GMC K3500, Front Lower, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1987-1991 GMC V3500, Front Upper, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1987-1991 GMC V3500, Front Lower, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1987-1988 Chevrolet V30, Front Upper, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1987-1988 Chevrolet V30, Front Lower, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1977-1986 Chevrolet K30, Front Upper, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1977-1986 Chevrolet K30, Front Lower, Fitment: Dana/Spicer 60 Front Axle
• Fits 1979-1983 Ford F-350, Front, Dana/Spicer 60-3 Axle
• Fits 1975-1980 Dodge W200, Front Upper
• Fits 1975-1980 Dodge W200, Front Lower
• Fits 1975-1979 Dodge W300, Front Upper, 60F Axle for Dana/Spicer
• Fits 1975-1979 Dodge W300, Front Lower, 60F Axle for Dana/Spicer
• Fits 1975-1979 Ford F-250, Front, Non Dana/Spicer 44, 44 6E, 44 6F Axle
• Fits 1968-1972 Chevrolet K20 Suburban, Front Upper, Dana/Spicer 44-5CFHD, 44-6CFHD Axles
• Fits 1968-1972 Chevrolet K20 Suburban, Front Lower, Dana/Spicer 44-5CFHD, 44-6CFHD Axles

Common Repair Uses

• Front steering knuckle bearing wear on heavy-duty trucks
• Excess play or looseness in the front axle steering assembly
• Noise or roughness from the steering knuckle area
• Service replacement for Dana/Spicer front axle bearing applications
• Restoring proper load support in front-end steering components

Installation Notes

Inspect the steering knuckle, spindle, and mating surfaces before installation. Timken recommends replacing the inner cone and outer cup at the same time to help maximize reliability and service life. Verify axle type, position, and bearing dimensions against the vehicle application before assembly, especially on Ford F-250, Ford F-350, and Chevrolet/GMC Dana/Spicer front axle setups.

Quality Assurance

Timken is a recognized global manufacturer of tapered roller bearings, and this 23100 bearing follows that engineering focus for load handling and durability in compact packaging. The part is built for front steering knuckle service in demanding truck applications, including Ford, Dodge, Chevrolet, and GMC models listed above.