Timken 368A Differential Bearing - Front Inner, Rear Inner, Rear Outer or Rear Right

Timken 368A Differential Bearing

Timken 368A is a tapered roller differential bearing built for driveline and axle service where radial and axial load control matter. It is used across a wide range of applications, including Chevrolet K2500 front inner axle positions and rear-right fitments on select Bentley and Rolls-Royce models.

Key Features

• Tapered roller bearing design for combined radial and axial load handling
• Engineered for durability in compact driveline and axle assemblies
• Suitable for front inner and rear axle positions listed in the fitment data
• Timken bearing technology backed by established engineering support
• Cross-references National 368A for the same application

Application Details

Compatible With 1953-1993 vehicle applications listed below, Timken 368A serves a range of differential and axle positions. It fits 1988-1993 Chevrolet K2500, front inner; 1992-1993 Chevrolet K2500 Suburban, front inner; 1988-1993 GMC K2500, front inner; and 1979-1986 GMC K2500, front inner. Additional coverage includes rear-right applications on Bentley Mulsanne, Turbo R, Continental, Eight, and Rolls-Royce Corniche, Silver Spirit, Silver Spur, Corniche II, Camargue, Silver Shadow II, Silver Wraith II, and related models. This part cross-references National 368A for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn differential bearing that creates noise or rough operation
• Addressing axle endplay or bearing looseness in the differential assembly
• Restoring smooth rotation in front inner axle service on Chevrolet K2500 and GMC K2500 models
• Supporting rear axle bearing service on select Bentley and Rolls-Royce applications
• Correcting bearing wear found during differential teardown or axle rebuild

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the axle position, design notes, and year range before ordering. For best reliability, replace the matching cone and cup together during service, as Timken recommends. Confirm the bearing dimensions against the original part and inspect related seals, races, and axle components during installation.

Quality Assurance

Timken is recognized globally for tapered roller bearing engineering, with products built to manage heavy loads and deliver long service life in demanding driveline use. Part number 368A is manufactured to Timken standards for axle and differential repair.