Timken HB88510 Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing

Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing for Dodge Trucks

The Timken HB88510 is a drive shaft center support bearing built for select Dodge B200, B300, D200, D300, W200, and W300 applications from 1975-1979. It combines a pre-greased, pre-sealed bearing insert with a reinforced steel bracket and rubber cushion to support the driveline and isolate vibration.

Key Features

• Pre-greased and pre-sealed bearing insert with an added grease barrier to help extend bearing life
• Heavy-duty bracket made from reinforced heavy-gauge cold-rolled steel for strength and durability
• Rubber cushion absorbs and isolates driveline vibration
• Rigorously inspected to meet Timken performance and quality standards
• Direct replacement style for center support bearing service on select Dodge trucks

Detailed Product Overview

Timken HB88510 is a driveline center support bearing with a 1.969-inch (50.00 mm) inside diameter, 7.138-inch (181.29 mm) outside diameter, 2.780-inch (70.61 mm) bore centerline height, and 2.331-inch (59.19 mm) width. These dimensions matter when matching the bearing to the driveshaft support assembly on classic Dodge B200, B300, D200, D300, W200, and W300 trucks. This part number, HB88510, is also referenced by SKF HB88510 and cross-references DENSO Auto Parts 5318 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Driveline vibration felt through the floor or seat
• Excessive noise from a worn center support bearing
• Driveshaft support movement caused by deteriorated bearing components
• Reduced service life from contamination entering the bearing area
• Fitment problems when replacing a worn center support assembly on Dodge B200, D200, or W300 trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the bearing inside diameter, outside diameter, width, and bore centerline height against the original part before installation. Inspect the driveshaft, carrier area, and surrounding mounts for wear or damage so the new Timken HB88510 can seat correctly and operate smoothly. For fitment reference, this part fits 1975-1979 Dodge B200, 1975-1979 Dodge B300, 1975-1979 Dodge D200, 1975-1979 Dodge D300, 1975-1979 Dodge W200, and 1975-1979 Dodge W300.

Quality Assurance

Timken inspects driveline center support bearings to meet its performance and quality standards. The HB88510 uses a sealed, pre-lubricated bearing insert and a reinforced bracket assembly to support consistent service in the intended Dodge truck applications.