-----Original Message-----Subject: I am going to replace my pilot bearing - what else? >Ok, I am convinced. My pilot bearing needs to be replaced. >Since I am going to the time, trouble, and expense of pulling the >tranny to get at this cheepo part, what else should I do while I >have the thing out? This is what I just have had done to my 87 Westy Syncro.... All OEM, new pilot bearing, throw-out bearing, main seal on engine side of bell housing, turned the flywheel, New Syncro clutch & disc, and new seals on the diffs shafts (1 input ,2 output, if you feel like it look at the seals on the drive shaft end also (Syncro only) drain & replaced diff fluid, check your CV's for new boots & repack w/ grease if over 70k and never done.... replace ALL Bolts, nuts, washers that are rusted or have hacked up heads, and ALL clips & gaskets you come in contact with... just like it says in the Bentley. Otherwise.... Knock yourself out... chrome everything.. including the wife & kids... Hope this helps Rob 87 Westy SyncroGL.....Cynosure 79k km Moonstone Ont. rountree@planeteer.com |
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