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Old 01-27-2022, 04:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Gator67 View Post
I bought two 7109 pilot bearings. The BCA (the one BOP and Butler sell) is open on both sides. The Timken is open on one side and sealed on the other. Which is the better design? And if I go with the Timken, should the sealed side face the transmission or the engine?

If your using the bearing make sure you stake it in place. 7109 Timken is the one I used. The bearing really only comes into play when the clutch is pushed in.

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