Chip,
I've seen issues with Koyo bearings in the transmissions in the dealership. I'm sure Chrysler's policy of "The cheapest bidder" has something to do with it, but I would still feel better with Timken. Like you, and all of the Moparts people have told me, after all of the investment that has been made into our toys, are you going to cheap out now for a set of axle bearings?