lincolnmatthews Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 (edited) Hi all again, just a quick question. Will be putting my rebuilt V12 in my 42 somewhat soon, I had the re-builder install a bearing in the crank for the trany pilot. But now think maybe I should have stayed with a bushing as original, what do you guys recommend? I just don't want to deal with a squeaky brg down the road. I don't know what is commonly used now days, thank you. Edited October 6, 2021 by lincolnmatthews Misspelled word (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lincolnmatthews Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 To answer my own question I've decided to use the bushing that came out, a little sloppy on the pilot but at least no chance of wrecking the input shaft if the brg fails. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19tom40 Posted October 12, 2021 Share Posted October 12, 2021 Replacement bushings are available, but Ford used a bearing. I have had a sealed bearing in my 40 Merc for about 40 years and it has not failed. I don't know the quality of current bearings, but bushings can also damage the shaft if they are not lubricated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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