Ford F150 2004+ (10th/11th/12th/13th/14th gen) Driveshaft Center Support Bearing Carrier Upgrade
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- FRD04A0-S
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Description
Ford F150 2004+ (10th/11th/12th/13th/14th gen) Driveshaft Center Support Bearing Carrier Upgrade | JXB Performance
- Restores and maintains driveshaft alignment
- Installs without having to remove or disassemble the driveshaft
- Unique damper bushings design isolates unwanted drivetrain vibrations from cabin
Fits all 2004+ F150 with 2-pc driveshafts except some 2021+ models (see Fitment section)
The stock center support bearing carrier holds the driveshaft in place with a layer of thin rubber. While that’s great for making sure no NVH makes it to the cabin, it doesn’t keep the bearing centered well under load, allows the bearing to sag and ruin driveshaft alignment over time, and creates slop in the driveline during shifts and throttle application.
Over time the OEM bushing becomes brittle, eventually dry rotting and cracking. Even on the best-kept cars, the stock bushing can start to form cracks in as little as 5-10 years.
When the bushing wears and sags, it changes the alignment of the driveshaft, putting more stress on the joints. During rapid loading of the driveshaft (launches, shifts, and quick application of the throttle), the bearing is allowed to travel off-center, introducing slack in the driveline, which results in laggy and unpredictable driveline response.
Our upgraded driveshaft carriers keep the driveshaft firmly in place at all times. The more solid bushings ensure the bearing cannot move from center, maintaining torque delivery and driveshaft alignment at all times, resulting in more direct driveline response under all conditions.
Benefits as described by our customers include:
- More direct throttle response
- Firmer, more direct shifts
- More instantaneous launches
- Reduction in vibration due to driveshaft misalignment and/or rubber deterioration
- Smoother low-speed on/off throttle behavior (1st gear in parking lots)
Fitment Data
- Most Ford F150 2004-present with 2-pc driveshaft and center support bearing
- Generally shorter to mid length wheelbase trucks may have come with a 1-pc driveshaft from the factory
- 4x4 trucks are more likely to have a 1-pc driveshaft from the factory
- Does not fit 2021+ Hybrid models or 3.5T 4x4 with 157/164” wheelbase
If you’re unsure if your truck has a center support bearing, please look under your truck and confirm before ordering. The center support bearing is easy to see.
Trucks with rear lift kits require the center support bearing spacer kit to correct pinion angles.
Street vs Track
Two options are available for the carrier bushings, both of which are much higher quality over the stock bushings. Close attention has been paid to the NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) levels associated with this upgrade. After extensive design iterations, custom isolator bushings have been developed that separate the carrier from the body of the vehicle and mounting hardware. These carriers substantially reduce NVH levels.
Street Bushes: These absorb most of the NVH from the drivetrain. Some light NVH is possible at some speeds in the form of a soft hum. With a modified exhaust or the windows down you're more than likely to never hear it.
Track Bushes: Delivers no compromise drivetrain performance. These may create a substantial amount of cabin noise.
Both Bushes: Not sure which is for you? Try them both, they’re interchangeable
Estimated Fitting Costs
Darkside Developments offers professional in-house fitting at our workshop for all products
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