LT77 clutch release bearing

[Griffith77]

Hi All

Does the bearing separate from the carrier or is it supplied as a single unit?

tia

andy

[rev-erend]

It just slots on..

This one is modified a little to make it stronger in weak areas but you can see the location lugs on the left.

[Griffith77]

Hi rev-erend

thanks but i was thinking more of the relase bearing and it's carrier as opposed to the release arm:




Any idea's

[350zwelgje]

The bearing in the picture can be taken of and replaced by another steel one. Prefer this type myself.
The other plastic type you asked about, is one piece (slider and bearing) and would need full replacement.
Discovered several lengths of sliders exist, best to stick with what you have. And as pointed out in the previous post, strengthening the clutch fork won't do any harm. Did this to mine as well after having one not bent but pierced by/at the pivot.

Rob

[Griffith77]

Thanks Rob.

Is it just a press fit? Tried to separate them with a few swift "taps" but it does feel very well attached and i didn't want to fubar it without knowing i was heading in the right direction....

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[350zwelgje]

It is well attached due to being slightly press fit and it being used for a long time , but can be removed. I remove them with a lot of old fashioned force...
The bearing is knackered anyway and the slider can handle a lot. Putting the new one on you need of course to be careful not to damage the bearing.
As with most things, when you have completed the job, you then know how to do it the next time.

Rob

[rev-erend]

Apologies - did not read the question properly.

I also do not recommend the plastic one piece bearing which is also described as self centering.

It seems to get wear on the place where the pivot arm meets it.

The old metal two piece item is much more robust.

Needs a bit of force to sererate the two pieces. Just get a bigger hammer

[Griffith77]

Cheers gents - bigger hammer it is then!