Timken SET39 Wheel Bearing and Race Set - Front or Rear

Timken SET39 Wheel Bearing and Race Set

Timken SET39 is a tapered roller wheel bearing and race set built for front and rear wheel applications listed below. It is engineered for radial and axial load handling, making it a practical choice for service on older Ford, Mercury, Audi, Volkswagen, Mazda, and Saturn platforms.

For vehicles such as the Ford Escort, Mercury Topaz, and Volkswagen Fox, this Timken wheel bearing and race set supports smooth wheel rotation and dependable hub service when the original bearing surfaces are worn.

Key Features

• Tapered roller bearing design for combined radial and axial load capacity
• Timken SET39 wheel bearing and race set for wheel-end service
• Cone inside diameter: 1.535 in. / 39.00 mm
• Cup outside diameter: 2.677 in. / 68.00 mm
• Cone radius: 0.150 in. / 3.80 mm
• Bearing cup radius: 0.016 in. / 0.40 mm
• Cross-references Gates B38 and National 513014 for the same application

Detailed Description

Timken SET39 is a precision wheel bearing and race set for front and rear wheel service on select compact cars and imports. Timken tapered roller bearing components are known for handling higher speeds and heavier loads while maintaining durability in a compact package. This part number is used across applications including 1984-1994 Ford Tempo front, 1984-1990 Ford Escort front, 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz front, 1987-1993 Volkswagen Fox front, 1982-1988 Volkswagen Quantum front, 1986-1988 Volkswagen Quantum rear, 1983-1987 Mazda 626 front, and several Saturn front-wheel applications.

Timken SET39 is also listed for Audi 4000 front, Audi 4000 Quattro front, Audi Coupe front, Audi 80 front, and Mercury Lynx front. If you are servicing a Ford Escort, Mercury Topaz, or Volkswagen Fox wheel end, this bearing and race set provides the correct tapered roller bearing format for the specified fitments.

What It Helps Fix

• Wheel bearing noise such as growling or rumbling
• Excessive wheel play or looseness at the hub
• Rough wheel rotation caused by worn bearing surfaces
• Heat buildup from deteriorated bearing and race contact
• Front or rear wheel-end service on listed Ford, Mercury, Audi, Volkswagen, Mazda, and Saturn models

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace the inner cone and outer cup together to maintain proper bearing contact and service life. Clean and inspect the hub, spindle, and sealing surfaces before installation, and verify the bearing dimensions against the original parts. This Timken SET39 bearing set is used in both front and rear positions depending on the vehicle application, so confirm the exact fitment row for your year, make, model, and position before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Timken is a recognized global leader in tapered roller bearings, with engineering focused on load capacity, speed, and long service life. SET39 is built to Timken dimensional standards for the listed applications and is backed by the brand’s established bearing engineering expertise.