Really Dumb ?

[1Bad86]

I'm in the middle of the clutch job. Time to install roller pilot bearing.
Which way does it go???Bearings toward engine or bearings toward tranny.



Thanks:confused

 

[1Bad86]

Ok, so I guess everyone is laughing to hard to reply

 

[C4Tom]

No directions? Well that's typical.

I've never done this on a Vette, but I assume it's like other Chevys. The open side of the bearing(bearings visible) goes toward the crankshaft or front of car. Clutch disc dust would enter it otherwise and ruin the bearing.

 

[1Bad86]

Thanks C4Tom. And you guessed it, no instructions and the Gm Shop Manual was no help at all. I feel the same as you on direction, just looking for a little validation.

 

[G Winter]

No directions? Well that's typical.

I've never done this on a Vette, but I assume it's like other Chevys. The open side of the bearing(bearings visible) goes toward the crankshaft or front of car. Clutch disc dust would enter it otherwise and ruin the bearing.

that logic sounds right to me.

Glenn

 

[max]

Ok, so I guess everyone is laughing to hard to reply

No no no. I ain't laughing at all . It has happened to me before . Not the pivot bearing but some other things . You look at it , memorize it , but the next day ...??? daaag , how inna world was it !!!

 

[B17Crew]

Sorry that I can’t answer your question, but... for future projects you may want to take digital shots of your steps as you progress along. It helps -- I’ve learned the hardway.ad So far, the digital photos I’ve taken are better than the GM service manual for visual reference when buttoning everything back up.

B17Crew

 

[frost]

I did a tranny swap and the instructions said to have the grease seal faceing he tranmission.

 

[C4Tom]

I did a tranny swap and the instructions said to have the grease seal faceing he tranmission.

Well, there you go. Confirmation... open side towards the crankshaft.

 

[1Bad86]

Thanks again for all the input. You guys have been a great help