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Solid Axle Bearing Restoration

A solid axle might seem like antiquated technology. However, many vehicles still utilize solid or live axles because of their load-carrying capabilities. An axle is not a sealed unit. Inside are bearings, seals and fluids that must be serviced. Also, replacement parts are available from BCA. It’s not uncommon for a solid rear axle vehicle

Thinking About Using an Economy Hub Unit?

Thinking About Using an Economy Hub Unit? Here are three applications that will change your mind. There are applications you do not want to take chances when replacing a hub unit. Using an economy hub unit can often result in a comeback and unhappy customer. The failures can typically be attributed to low-quality materials, outdated

What Is The Cost Of A Wheel Bearing Comeback?

Every time your shop works on a vehicle, there is a potential for a comeback. The cause of the comeback could be due to technician error, miscommunication or additional failures on the vehicle. The random nature of these comebacks can make them difficult to anticipate. But, comebacks and financial losses due to low-quality or defective

Top Ten Wheel Bearing Torque Tips

A torque wrench is an essential tool when it comes to installing wheel bearings. Here are the top 10 tips to remember about these tools and procedures.

Benefits of Using OE-Quality Parts: Part 2

In Part 2, we will focus on how engineering and manufacturing processes differ between premium, OE-quality parts and lower-cost, economy parts, and what those differences mean to you.

Benefits of Using OE-Quality Parts: Part 1

There are a number of factors that can contribute to differences in the quality and reliability of a premium, OE-quality part when compared to an economy part.

OE Crosses the Line into the Aftermarket

A World of Experience Makes a World of Difference Powered by NTN, the largest manufacturer of wheel hub assemblies in North America, BCA® offers the full line of premium, OE-Quality wheel end replacement parts for domestic and import applications that you need and deserve. NTN’s Elgin, Illinois plant is one of the largest manufacturers of