I am currently installing a new roller pilot bearing and have a question. When pressing the bearing in place, do I press the bearing until it comes to a stop or is there a reference point? I don't want to force it in place as the forward surface (facing the crankshaft) is flat and has the bearing guide exposed.

Any suggestions are appreciated as I have never installed one of these (roller type).

 

I usually tap them in until they are flush with the end of the crank if there isn't a "step" in the crank to keep you from putting it in further.

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ASE Mechanic/Machinist/Smog Tech

1999 NBM Trans Am
1986 Chevy 3/4 ton pick up
1981 corvette
1995 Kawi ZX6R
and 2 POS commuters...

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"He can see air"

 

i do as engine boy does and drive them in flush, never had a problem.

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