That's called a quill.... the extension tube that guides a release
bearing on many cars. They are a wear part, and are often sold with
some clutch jobs. Fords come to mind.
If you are curious, the addition of the quill is the difference
between 1970 and 1971 VW aircooled release bearings and the pressure
plate. In fact, the earlier VW bearing was originally carbon, then
rollers were supplied, then the quill was introduced. Bit o' history.
Peter C
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At 11:25 PM 11/28/2011, Gerard wrote:
>The Datsun is different in that the TO bearing remains concentric by
>traveling on a guiding tube and while the fork pivots, it can slide
>freely on the back of the carrier. Probably not an unusual technique
>among other manufacturers.
>
>Gerard
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