I'm changing the rear brake drums and bearings on my Saxo (1.5D, late 1999 model [people keep asking is it Mk1 or Mk2 and I've no bloody idea], Bendix braking system, 4 stud wheels, 180mm diameter drums).
What I've been supplied with by Euro Car Parts to put on, is not identical to what's come off. What's been supplied is as per the Haynes manual - one single bearing unit per side about 2" long, and matching drum. What's come off is a pair of conical (if you get my drift) bearings per side, and matching drum. Other than the differing bearing seatings at the hub, the old and new drums seem to match. The new single-unit bearing does appear to fit snugly on the stub axle.
Is this OK? Should I go ahead and fit, or not?
As an aside, does 80,000 miles seem like a reasonable drum life?
Grateful for any useful advice.
Cheers, Nick