pilot bushing

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pilot bushing
mazdabon2nd avatar
mazdabon2nd
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i have noticed on some of mazda b2000s that i have they didnt have a pilot bushing ..i am wondering if i realy need one or does it not matter .. what is the purpose for one on mazdas
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pont
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it keeps the front of the input shaft from moving around and breaking or waring out
mazdabon2nd avatar
mazdabon2nd
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haynes manual doesnt even mention it i jus pput my motor in and runs mint nd no vibrations u think it will b ok or should i pull it out nd put one in
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mazdatweaker
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mazdabon2nd
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i have the bearing that presses into the back of the crankshaft but i dont have that coper bushin that slides on to the end of the trans mition spindle
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mazdabon2nd avatar
mazdabon2nd
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yea i used a sealent ok so its an either or thing either u use a bushing or a bearing i have a bearing witch is pressed into my crank but wasent sure if i need a bushing too