SKF bearings not authentic? Pics inside..

[Vercingetorix]

You mess with Mika Hakkinen, now we have a problem.

I am a Mika fan. Ron Dennis is a different story.

 

[SwampSurvivor]

Well RockAuto facilitates the returns and restocks, so it is on them too. I've had mixed success with RA. Probably 50% correct & quality part, 50% junk. Only thing worse is the Jungle website for auto parts.

I've got used parts from the jungle site more than once.

 

[Cujet]

I also scanned all 6 items and emailed it off to SKF for further explanation.

That seems like the best direction to go.

I imagine the boxes could be scanned by an importer to ensure they are legit and then (maybe) some certification produced. Or they could be copies of legit boxes, the same serial number over and over.

 

[Twisted1]

That seems like the best direction to go.

I imagine the boxes could be scanned by an importer to ensure they are legit and then (maybe) some certification produced. Or they could be copies of legit boxes, the same serial number over and over.

While I wait for a response from SKF, I’m searching different forums in regards to SKF counterfeits. A few posts suggest that counterfeiters are making replica SKF boxes and stuffing no-name parts into them. All of my bearings have SKF and part #’s laser etched into them, but we know just how advanced scammers can get..

 

[SC Maintenance]

I doubt Bumper to Bumper is selling counterfeit parts, but you never know.

Where are you getting Bumper to Bumper? Is that the same as? https://www.npwcompanies.com/locations/

** Never mind - figured it out.

 

[slacktide_bitog]

I’ll ask because I assume you may know; do they (Bumper to Bumper) carry a good reputation?

Yes, they're as good as any independent parts stores. They are listed on major parts mfr sites as authorized dealers. They are reputable sellers.

I even put zip code 35957 on their reseller list, and that address shows up. In addition, SKF has an Amazon store, and you can buy it sold and shipped directly from SKF (look for SKF USA VA) in the "other sellers on Amazon" section.

Put in your zip code on the SKF lookup, and the Bumper to Bumper stores will show up.

 

[SubLGT]

A bit of deja vu ?

R

Thread 'Apparently either SKF doesn't make their Bearings as good as they used to or RockAuto sold me a counterfeit.'

Jun 11, 2022

Yesterday I Installed a brand new SKF hub assembly on my 2009 Buick Lacrosse. The only thing that struck me odd about this bearing is that is was as hard to spin as the one that came off of it. I paid it no mind and put it on anyways.

Today the new bearing fails. Chirping and popping noises, up and down wobbling hot as heck to the touch. I an unbelievably upset with RockAuto. But given how much more parts stores are charging for these quality hubs I'm willing to give it another go.

Just be careful with your parts and trust your gut.

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[SubLGT]

https://www.stopfakebearings.com/

 

[Kira]

Clicking on that link produced an odd screen.

 

[Mainia]

Freshly scanned Google VirusTotal scan of Stopfakebearings

https://www.virustotal.com/gui/url/...89e0070aa6040bb65b762a6e27193b4cb6cca/details

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[notharry]

It's not Rock Auto that you have to trust/distrust, it's their customers. People do swap parts with counterfeits and play the return game.

Honesty... I really wonder how som people sleep at night, but they sleep like babies. To hell with the rest of the worlds people. Real real sad.

 

[Rust_Belt_Pete]

Label says rock auto returns department?

 

[Twisted1]

Label says rock auto returns department?

Yep. I’m not a fan of that. I just sent SKF additional photos of my bearings as per their email. They said that my seals are genuine, but need more pics of the bearings to verify.

 

[Twisted1]

Update:

SKF got back to me after I sent them pics of all 4 wheel bearings and the 2 bearing seals. They all checked out (which is a relief). Thanks everyone as always for your input!

 

[RobbS]

What is the return address? Where did they come from?