Well, I'm sure Ted would laugh, anyway.... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I've heard they last quite a while....150k easy. I've also heard....and read....they have a higher loading capacity...specifically the Clevite tri-metal technology.

Here's the website:
http://mahleclevite.com/p_heavyduty_bearings.asp

We all know about industry claims, but it seems to stand up in the real world as far as other things I read on the internet. But....what have you heard and from where?

By OEM, I take it you mean going to Toyota? Do you know how much those puppies cost? Ouch! Can't do it, man. They are good, though. Saved my crank...this time.