After removing the clutch and replacing it with the clutchmasters setup I noticed the the Pilot Brearing was in great shape in the origanal flywheel.

I have the Pilot Bearing & Seal for the new setup, is it worth the hassle to change it out.

Old bearing has no sign of wear and the seal is in good shape.

The output trans shaft has no sign of wear.

If it works don't mess with it????.

I know there are alot of Pro's and Con's on this issue!

So lets rock on this issue!

Thanks

Steve

sgieldon@earthlink.net

 

I always change no matter what, just isn't worth it to me, but I have the tool and it takes all of 5 minutes to do. I am just one of those people that owuld rather replace everything while I have it apart rather then take it apart again in 3 months.

 

Soooo: ya gots one of the tools that makes it easy.

Here in Eugene,OR not so luckey to find one! Have to pay about $125 to get it.

Got a better Idea??? Let me know.

Steve

sgieldon@earthlink.net

 

my buddy who works on helicopters should have an idea. let me ask him

 

You need a puller to take the pilot bearing off?Oh joy.I need to order another tool. :rant:

 

It seams like you didnt get yoru flywheel resurfaced..



What stage did you get?



Im running clutchmasters..and didnt change the pilot bearing cause I didnt have the tool..BUT it doesnt take nothing but 10-15 min to drop the tranny.You should change it though since yoru already there..and your tranny seals

 

Good Morning or evening all:

I did not have to resurface the flywheel because it's in great condition.

But I did the light emery clean-up.

I called every parts store in Eugene,OR and no one had a puller in stock.

To buy one is about $125.

As per last post the Pilot Bearing is in great shape.

Is this delama going to stop my final pain in the *** that is keeping from putting

KickAss machine together????



80 Streetport (New Engine) Going into.

84 GSL Cherry Condition

Holley RB Modified

Hollley Blue Pump w/Reg

RB Complete Header & Exaust System

Clutchmasters Setup

All sitting in Garage and no where to go because of stupid Pilot Bearing Answer

Thanks

Steve

sgieldon@earthlink.net

 

I would replace it now just to be on the safe side. Maybe Pineapple Racing will rent one out to you.

 

u can always try and find a member in OR. who has one

 

I have removed the pilot bearing without the tool. You get a sharp awl or thin screwdriver and wedge between the bearing shell and the crank. If you pry the bearing inward it will collapse and you can pull it out. This is not as easy as it sounds. You must be careful not to scar the crank surface or this will cause your new bearing to fail. Also, once you start down this path you have to finish the job because your bearing will be ruined.