Wheel bearing change, time and cost?

Soapbox time for a second...There is no way the bearings should be going out with that low of mileage. Either it is something else or something else caused the premature failure.

Three hours for the entire project seems about right. They have the right tools and knowledge. I question the mileage yet. That said, I am unsure whether any third party produce the bearings as well and what they warrant them for. A quick call to the parts store would tell you if it is Honda only or if they can get the bearings. A dependable Joe Blow mechanic you trust could then replace as well.

The Honda bearings I don't have a clue what they would list for and I am scared to know.

Thank you for the great info. Does it matter that I live in a hilly place? Could this premature bearing wear have to do with living next to the ocean where everything rusts very easily? I'm on the west coast, Nor Cal, so there isn't snow or a lot of freezing temps and the car is kept in a garage... Could I have hit too many curbs?

Your help has been most appreciated and helpful.

Thanks,
SLR :D

It might but I doublt that too. How are the CV boots and axles? Take a look at the boots for cracking and tears.

Hmmm... interesting. What should I be looking for in regards to the CV boots and axles? What would be an indicator that the problem is or is not related to the wheel bearings? Also, if not the wheel bearings, what else would be making noise in the front wheels (assume it's not the breaks - just checked)? It's a clickity clickity noise like the rhythm of a card in your bike spokes.

Thanks,
SLR23

Look at the CV boots. A CV axle has two joints that flex much like an old ujoint on a car or truck. They are protected by a rubber boot and bathed in a grease. Without that grease the joints can go bad and they make a clickity sound, especially when the vehicle is cornering. Just look at the boots. There should be 4.