Porsche Cayman 987C Rear Axle Suspension Wheel Hub Stub Right O/S 98733115806

Porsche Cayman 987C Rear Axle Suspension Wheel Hub Stub Right O/S is an original suspension component designed for installation on the rear axle on the passenger side. Thanks to its factory geometry and robust construction, it ensures stable handling, precise wheel guidance, and predictable vehicle behavior during dynamic driving, which is particularly important in a sports model like the Cayman.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 98733115806
• Mark: Porsche
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 98733115806
• Substitutable numbers: 98733115806, 987 331 158 06
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Wheel Hub
• Category: Wheel Bearings, Hubs & Seals

Technical characteristics and purpose

The presented hub belongs to the Wheel bearings, hubs, and bushings category and is a rear suspension component mounted on the right side of the vehicle. It is responsible for transferring loads from the wheel to the suspension, maintaining proper alignment, and working in conjunction with other chassis components. Precise fitment for the specific Porsche Cayman 987C version allows for maintaining factory handling parameters and suspension performance.

Its placement on the rear axle on the passenger side means this component operates under demanding conditions – it handles lateral forces in corners, vertical loads, and driving forces. Using an original hub helps reduce the risk of incorrect wheel alignment, excessive play, or unwanted vibrations.

Benefits of using an original rear hub

Choosing an original rear hub for a Porsche offers a range of practical technical benefits:

• maintaining correct rear axle suspension geometry,
• stable wheel seating and predictable car behavior at higher speeds,
• proper cooperation with other suspension and drivetrain components,
• reducing the risk of noise, vibrations, and play resulting from ill-fitting aftermarket replacements.

As a result, the chassis remains structurally consistent, and the car retains the handling characteristics intended by the manufacturer. This is especially crucial in a sports coupé, where steering precision and rear axle stability have a direct impact on safety and driving pleasure.

Used condition – a conscious choice for sports and daily use

The offered hub comes from the secondary market and has the status of a used part, which allows for significantly reducing the cost of repairs or suspension upgrades while maintaining the original specification. This is a solution often chosen by sports car owners who want to maintain the factory design while managing their service budget rationally.

If you want to better understand how to responsibly approach the purchase of second-hand components and what myths have grown around such parts, it is worth reading the article Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know. This will allow you to consciously assess the advantages of using original, used components in demanding constructions such as a sports Porsche.

Application in the Porsche suspension system

The rear right hub in the Porsche Cayman 987C works with control arms, mounting elements, and the braking system, creating a cohesive assembly responsible for transferring loads and keeping the wheel in the correct position. A properly selected component in this group influences:

• vehicle stability during braking and acceleration,
• even tire wear,
• cornering precision,
• reduction of unwanted play in the suspension.

Using an original rear right hub allows for maintaining structural consistency on both sides of the axle, which is important during intensive use, track driving, or dynamic road driving. Component uniformity on the axle translates into predictable car reactions and easier diagnostics of any potential future faults.

Expanding the scope of service work

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear axle suspension area in your Porsche and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hubs, bearings, or bushings, check out the available parts in the Porsche wheel bearings, hubs, and bushings category.

This allows you to refresh a larger part of the chassis in one service stage, which reduces vehicle downtime and makes it easier to maintain a consistent technical condition of the entire rear axle. This approach is particularly beneficial in vehicles with sports characteristics, where precision and repeatability of suspension reactions are of key importance.