Which pilot bearing to install?

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Tuna!

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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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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?
 
The lack of replies is likely because I’ve never known anyone to change the pilot bearing as part of a routine clutch change!
 
Rockhopper said:
The lack of replies is likely because I’ve never known anyone to change the pilot bearing as part of a routine clutch change!
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Really? It comes with clutch replacement kit
 
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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