{"product_id":"jxb-performance-c7001a0-audi-c7-driveshaft-centre-support-bearing-carrier-upgrade-inc-s6-s7-rs6-rs7","title":"JXB Performance C7001A0 Audi C7 Driveshaft Centre Support Bearing Carrier Upgrade (Inc. S6, S7, RS6 \u0026 RS7)","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces drivetrain slop \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores and maintains driveshaft alignment \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls without having to remove or disassemble the driveshaft \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits as described by our customers include: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore direct throttle response \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirmer, more direct shifts \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore instantaneous launches \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduction in vibration due to driveshaft misalignment and\/or rubber deterioration \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother low-speed on\/off throttle behavior (1st gear in parking lots) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStreet and Track refer to the durometer (stiffness) of the bushings. Track are roughly twice the durometer of the street bushings. Both track and street are many times stiffer than stock and will hold up to whatever abuse are thrown at them, but the street bushings are better at soaking up drivetrain noise and vibration. Usually both street and track are completely silent and vibration-free, but in cases where there is an underlying drivetrain issue causing the driveshaft to vibrate badly, the track bushings may not be able to soak it all up, where the street bushings can. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe generally recommend street bushings for any car that's not purpose-built for track or overland use, since the street bushings have a much lower chance of transmitting drivetrain NVH to the cabin at high speeds or under heavy throttle loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re not sure which to go with, the “Give me Both!” option will give you a full set of each of the street and track bushings. You can use all street, all track, or even mix and match them to find the perfect balance of performance and NVH-absorption. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- Compatibility Accordion - Sam Mugabi--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudi C7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA6, S6 \u0026amp; RS6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA7, S7 \u0026amp; RS7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Check\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure the part(s) you have ordered fits your vehicle, we run a compatibility check prior to dispatch. We can do this either using your registration number (UK) or the last 7 digits of your VIN. Simply enter your car details prior to checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation doesn’t require removal of the driveshaft.  The 2-part design clamps around the unserviceable OEM bearing. The old carrier must be removed, so a cutting tool is required.  We’ve designed this carrier to avoid interference with the factory heat shields, so it has no effect on exhaust clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"2016 Audi S6 Driveshaft Carrier Install C7001A0 | JXB Performance\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BMbZoQ9evZU\" height=\"798\" width=\"1420\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact steps to access the carrier will vary slightly by model, but the removal and installation of the new carrier are the same. The basic steps are: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove any braces or splash shields preventing exhaust and heat shield removal \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove or lower exhaust in area of center support bearing if needed for access \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove heat shielding covering center support bearing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut off OEM carrier and remove rubber support material with razorblade, leaving base layer of molded-on \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erubber intact on the bearing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamp new carrier around OEM bearing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC7001A0-S (Street)\u003cbr\u003eC7001A0-T (Track)\u003cbr\u003eC7001A0-B (Both Street \u0026amp; Track)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJXB Performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePhotos \u0026amp; Videos\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe videos below show how OEM driveshaft carriers react to driveshaft loads and the improvement with our carriers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"838\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yczp3NW3RLI\" title=\"The Truth about 2-Piece Driveshafts - JXB Performance\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"838\" height=\"474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PJpM2vR4C4o\" title=\"Audi C7 S6 Driveshaft Flex Before\/After Installing JXB Performance Driveshaft Carrier\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1272\/9301\/files\/JXB_Performance_C7001A0_Audi_C7_Driveshaft_Centre_Support_Bearing_Carrier_Upgrade_Inc._S6_S7_RS6_RS7_-4.jpg?v=1728048704\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1272\/9301\/files\/JXB_Performance_C7001A0_Audi_C7_Driveshaft_Centre_Support_Bearing_Carrier_Upgrade_Inc._S6_S7_RS6_RS7_-3.jpg?v=1728048705\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1272\/9301\/files\/JXB_Performance_C7001A0_Audi_C7_Driveshaft_Centre_Support_Bearing_Carrier_Upgrade_Inc._S6_S7_RS6_RS7_-5.png?v=1728048705\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BMW","offers":[{"title":"Street (Soft Quieter)","offer_id":54002138186113,"sku":"SUB03A0-S","price":335.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Track (Hard Louder)","offer_id":54002138218881,"sku":"SUB03A0-T","price":335.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Give Me Both Bushings","offer_id":54002138251649,"sku":"SUB03A0-B","price":371.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9465\/6700\/files\/JXBPerformanceC7001A0AudiC7DriveshaftCentreSupportBearingCarrierUpgrade_Inc.S6_S7_RS6_RS7_-1.jpg?v=1737904605","url":"https:\/\/www.nforcd.com\/products\/jxb-performance-c7001a0-audi-c7-driveshaft-centre-support-bearing-carrier-upgrade-inc-s6-s7-rs6-rs7","provider":"Nforcd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}