Pilot bearing, use the bushing or use a bearing?

[lincolnmatthews]

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
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[lincolnmatthews]

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. 

[19tom40]

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.