When did Porsche stop using dual row bearings?
The earliest design incorporated a dual-row ball bearing used through model year 1999 and in some 2000 and 2001 models. Starting in model year 2000, Porsche began phasing out the dual row bearing and went to a smaller single row, with significantly less load capacity.
When to remove grease seal from IMS bearings?
For those with MY06-08 intermediate shafts that cannot have their bearings replaced, we recommend to remove the grease seal from the existing ball bearing, which allows for engine oil to lubricate the bearing, but only when doing another procedure like a clutch, flywheel, or rear main seal replacement.
What causes 70% of all early bearing failures?
Here is a good link about bearing failures and some of the common causes: One of the most common sources of trouble in bearings is wear and pitting caused by foreign particles and is responsible for 70% of all early bearing failures.
Can a M96 engine have a shaft bearing failure?
Regardless, all M96 and M97 engines from 1997 through 2008 can suffer intermediate shaft bearing failures at any mileage and at any time.
How do you remove main drive gear bearing?
Note that the flat side of the clip faces the bearing. The rounded, concave side faces away from the bearing. Now, it is possible to remove the remaining half of the Harley main drive gear bearing. The fitment if the remaining bearing and race is not very tight. Both pieces can be easily tapped out with a plastic hammer or a brass drift.
What happens to the main drive bearing on a Harley?
The outer surface is typically rusted. The Harley main drive gear bearing will begin to break apart as you remove the gear. That is normal. When the main drive gear is in your hand, you will notice that one of the bearing’s inner races has remained on the gear. This race needs to be removed if you are to reuse the original main drive gear.
How do you replace the main drive gear?
Remove the main drive gear inner seal (or, mainshaft seal) and replace. Then, slide a new o-ring over the gear and set it aside; ready for reinstallation. Pry off the main bearing seal and remove the bearings’ retaining clip.
When to remove the main drive gear on a Harley Davidson?
The Harley main drive gear bearing will begin to break apart as you remove the gear. That is normal. When the main drive gear is in your hand, you will notice that one of the bearing’s inner races has remained on the gear. This race needs to be removed if you are to reuse the original main drive gear.