Idiots guide to pilot bearing removal
#26
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excuse me for reviving an old thread, but how often should the pilot bearing be replaced, i just bought a new exedy clutch kit and i have to replace the rear main oil seal too, my car has about 100K on it and it seems as though this clutch in there is factory, so its in dire need for a replace, slippage, just a generalized number is welcome, thanks
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Generally, you only need to replace the pilot bearing when you pull the transmission. Even then it may not NEED replacing, but you should do it anyway. Replacing it is cheap insurance.
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I bought the Harbor Freight puller just like Hailers, ground down the "feet" on a bench grinder and it works perfect. I used the new bearing as a guide as to how much to grind it down.
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Well, I got a bit sidetracked last night, so heres the pic. The two arms fold flat, easily allowing them to fit inside of the bearing. You just turn the black screw thing at the top and it opens the two arms up. Once they are in place, you place the big U-shaped brace on the flywheel and tighten down the nut. As you continue to turn the nut, it pulls the arm assembly out. It took a few trys to get right, but did the job without drama.
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