kwitthaus
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How accurate is the installation alignment when reinstalling the transmission?
Is it easy to damage the pilot bushing / bearing?
Is it easy to damage the pilot bushing / bearing?
Transmission Reinstall
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Most replace the pilot bearing while they are there. However, yours really shouldn't have that much wear on it. I wouldn't say it's easy to damage it, but you should take care reinstalling the tranny. If you need help, Rich and I are available tomorrow.
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Hydraulic throwout bearings are rarely restrained in movement. If you pump the master cylinder or it is too large, you can force it apart and cause it to leak. In every case I know, they give you stroke distance and the master cylinder incorporates a 'stop' so it can't send more fluid than is required.
If your new master cylinder produces more fluid per stroke, it could have easily exceeded the specs on the bearing. When I added the hydraulic throwout to my car, I also added a stop to the master cylinder. I then adjusted the stop so the bearing moves just the amount required.
Not saying this is your issue but it sure is suspect.
If your new master cylinder produces more fluid per stroke, it could have easily exceeded the specs on the bearing. When I added the hydraulic throwout to my car, I also added a stop to the master cylinder. I then adjusted the stop so the bearing moves just the amount required.
Not saying this is your issue but it sure is suspect.