Which pilot bearing to install?

Tuna! · Post by **Tuna!** » Wed Mar 13, 2024 6:32 am

Ordered the exact same kit by LUK Schaeffler LuK RepSet 03-047 Clutch Kit from Amazon and got 2 completely different pilot bearings. 2 Different alignment tools and different notching in each kite pressure plate/clutch disc.

I have seen both styles of pilot bearings listed in parts for my car a 2003 Z4 2.5i with a Getrag 250 5 speed manual.

What is the difference between the 2? Has anyone switched styles? Which style is OEM?

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Tuna! · Post by **Tuna!** » Wed Mar 13, 2024 7:07 am

Tuna! · Post by **Tuna!** » Wed Mar 13, 2024 7:08 am

So with a little research I found out that one is a pilot bushing and the other is a bearing.

I like the idea of the bearing having less friction,chatter, vibration and offering smoother shifts. I dont like the idea that a failed pilot bearing can damage the input shaft.

Does anyone know which is OEM?

Does anyone else use a bearing or bushing?

Rockhopper · Post by **Rockhopper** » Wed Mar 13, 2024 1:36 pm

The lack of replies is likely because I’ve never known anyone to change the pilot bearing as part of a routine clutch change!

Tuna! · Post by **Tuna!** » Sat Mar 16, 2024 3:27 am

Rockhopper wrote: ↑Wed Mar 13, 2024 1:36 pm The lack of replies is likely because I’ve never known anyone to change the pilot bearing as part of a routine clutch change!

Really? It comes with clutch replacement kit

Rockhopper · Post by **Rockhopper** » Sat Mar 16, 2024 10:47 am

I guess if you are changing the flywheel as well then? A clutch kit is usually pressure plate, friction plate and release bearing, I've never seen one come with the pilot bearing before

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