Installing the flywheel pilot bushing clutch and pressure plate on a 350 chevy small block for a 1966 impala. Use 13mm to unbolt shifter from the transmission.
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How to install pilot bearing. With a minor modification to a common steering wheel puller you can push in a clutch pilot bearing or bushing wo beating it and your engines thrust bearing. Here is the haynes manual if you want it for your project disclaimer. Wiggle shifter until it separates from the transmission. If the medium diameter bearing is a loose fi t please use the large outside diameter bearing for a slight press fi t into the crankshaft. Installing the pilot bushing for my 66 impala 350 engine. The pilot bearing should be a slight press fi t into the crankshaft.
This video covers removing and replacing the pilot bearing. Pop off shifter bezel and unplug cigarette lighter plug. Then gently set the bearing into the end of the crankshaft. Use an 8mm or 10mm socket to remove outer boot depending on bolts used previously. Danny johnsons garage 144339 views. An old automotive trick is to put the bearing in the freezer for about 30 minutes to shrink it slightly to help ease the installation process.
How to change a clutch flywheel throw out bearing pilot bearing. Install the new pilot bearing. Ford mustang part 3 of 4 duration. Be sure to install your pilot bearing into the crankshaft by driving or pressing on the outer most part of the bearing only. I am an amazon affiliate and may receive a commission for sharing.
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