[TR] Pilot bush TR3A

[dave]

We just recently installed the transmission, including replacing the pilot bearing.  It was loose

 

From: Triumphs [mailto:triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jerry Van Vlack
Sent: Saturday, November 25, 2017 5:30 PM
To: James Henningsen <trguy75 at gmail.com>; TERRY SMITH <terryrs at comcast.net>
Cc: triumphs at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [TR] Pilot bush TR3A

 

Interesting discussion. I’m currently rebuilding my TR4A engine and have 3 pilot bearings. One is new and they all fit loosely in the crank. My question is should it be loose in the crank, some I’ve asked say OK and others say no and to locktight it into the crank and or knurl it so that it fits tight. I’d appreciate opinions and reasons for your thoughts. 

Thanks,

JVV 

 

From: James Henningsen 

Sent: Saturday, November 25, 2017 4:19 PM

To: TERRY SMITH 

Cc: triumphs at autox.team.net <mailto:triumphs at autox.team.net>  

Subject: Re: [TR] Pilot bush TR3A

 

It’s in the freezer now.  Fingers crossed.  Thanks. Jim

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On Nov 25, 2017, at 9:57 AM, TERRY SMITH <terryrs at comcast.net <mailto:terryrs at comcast.net> > wrote:

Hi, Jim.  I've had success putting the bush in the freezer for half hour, then installing after heating the flywheel with a little propane flame.  

 

Good luck!

Terry

On November 25, 2017 at 9:34 AM James Henningsen wrote:


My new pilot bush for crank does not fit in easily. I remember doing this in my TR6 motor and no issues. Is there a technique to use to get bush in without damaging opening or bush? 
Thanks 
Jim Henningsen
Ocala FL. 

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