Clutch Install - Three questions please
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Clutch Install - Three questions please
Sorry guys I did a search but couldn't find my answers.
1. Should I replace the rear crankshaft oil seal Part# 89060436? How is this done? Risks? Current one is not leaking.
2. Should I replace the pilot bearing? If so is this what I need...Part# 14061685 Roller Pilot Bearing?
I ordered the following from Tick Performance
(LS7CK) GM LS7 Clutch Kit
(TAMCKFB) Tick Performance Adjustable Clutch Master Cylinder Kit
(15046288) GM Slave Cylinder & Throwout Bearing
(TPSBL) Tick Performance Remote Clutch SPEEDbleeder Line
3. Did I miss anything?
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1. Should I replace the rear crankshaft oil seal Part# 89060436? How is this done? Risks? Current one is not leaking.
2. Should I replace the pilot bearing? If so is this what I need...Part# 14061685 Roller Pilot Bearing?
I ordered the following from Tick Performance
(LS7CK) GM LS7 Clutch Kit
(TAMCKFB) Tick Performance Adjustable Clutch Master Cylinder Kit
(15046288) GM Slave Cylinder & Throwout Bearing
(TPSBL) Tick Performance Remote Clutch SPEEDbleeder Line
3. Did I miss anything?
Thanks
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Depending on how many miles are on the car, the pilot bearing is optional. Some guys replace them, some guys dont. I didnt replace mine. Not sure about the seal, but if you got the money, I would just replace it all to be on the safe side.
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It's a bitch to do the tranny anyways so if it were me I would:
-change the seal
-intall new pilot bearing or bushing
The clutch kit should come with a new pilot bearing. The new slave will be complete with the new t/o bearing on it. Also get new flywheel bolts and some blue locktite. Locktite the flywheel bolts and the pressure plate bolts.
-change the seal
-intall new pilot bearing or bushing
The clutch kit should come with a new pilot bearing. The new slave will be complete with the new t/o bearing on it. Also get new flywheel bolts and some blue locktite. Locktite the flywheel bolts and the pressure plate bolts.
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+1. i just ordered my ls7 clutch. i also ordered the seal, and all bearings. i also ordered 4qts sycromesh fluid. i think tick gives you new bolts, if not you will need new flywheel and pplate bolts.
i think the ls2 uses the roller bearing and the ls1 uses a different one.
i think the ls2 uses the roller bearing and the ls1 uses a different one.
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I have 25,000 miles on my car.
So a "Pilot Bushing" is on a LS1 and a "Roller Pilot Bearing" is on a LS2?
I'm not sure if I'm getting a pilot bushing with the clutch kit so I'll wait until it comes in and then get one. Which one should I buy? I found a Roller Bearing (Part# 14061685) on SDPARTS.com is that what I need?
That rear crankshaft oil seal (Part# 89060436) is it hard to replace?
If it is not leaking should I just leave it alone. I don't want to screw up and not install it correctly.
So a "Pilot Bushing" is on a LS1 and a "Roller Pilot Bearing" is on a LS2?
I'm not sure if I'm getting a pilot bushing with the clutch kit so I'll wait until it comes in and then get one. Which one should I buy? I found a Roller Bearing (Part# 14061685) on SDPARTS.com is that what I need?
That rear crankshaft oil seal (Part# 89060436) is it hard to replace?
If it is not leaking should I just leave it alone. I don't want to screw up and not install it correctly.
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IMHO if your rear main seal is not leaking...don't touch it.....
pilot bushing/bearing I would replace if it has over 25k mi or shows ANY sign of wear
Clutch kits typically include a bearing/bushing. use a blind hole puller to remove. Harbor freight has them for low $
pilot bushing/bearing I would replace if it has over 25k mi or shows ANY sign of wear
Clutch kits typically include a bearing/bushing. use a blind hole puller to remove. Harbor freight has them for low $
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my car was built with a pilot bearing bushing, and i imagine othe LS1 f-bodies were too. however, the part number you have for a roller bearing will work. its just a little more expensive than the bushing. i would use the bearing instead of the bushing for how little more it costs, unless your clutch kit comes with a bushing and you just dont feel like spending the extra 20 or so dollars on a actual bearing.
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Do not lube/grease a "bronze bushing" pilot bearing, it is impregnated with grease.
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+1. i just ordered my ls7 clutch. i also ordered the seal, and all bearings. i also ordered 4qts sycromesh fluid. i think tick gives you new bolts, if not you will need new flywheel and pplate bolts.
+1. i just ordered my ls7 clutch. i also ordered the seal, and all bearings. i also ordered 4qts sycromesh fluid. i think tick gives you new bolts, if not you will need new flywheel and pplate bolts.