C5 Pilot Bushing
#1
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C5 Pilot Bushing
What tool do you guys use to remove and install a pilot bushing in the C5? The manual shows a slidehammer to remove and a GM part number "tool" to install.
My slide hammer does not have a fitting that small and I use to use a socket to seat a new one....
Also, since I am down for the count for a few more weeks, I plan to install a new timing chain and valvesprings (120,000 mile LS1 in my 99 FRC) when I put in the new Dewitt radiator (thanks Cass!). Any recommendations on brands and sources.
thanks,
jeff
My slide hammer does not have a fitting that small and I use to use a socket to seat a new one....
Also, since I am down for the count for a few more weeks, I plan to install a new timing chain and valvesprings (120,000 mile LS1 in my 99 FRC) when I put in the new Dewitt radiator (thanks Cass!). Any recommendations on brands and sources.
thanks,
jeff
#2
Originally Posted by varkwso
What tool do you guys use to remove and install a pilot bushing in the C5? The manual shows a slidehammer to remove and a GM part number "tool" to install.
My slide hammer does not have a fitting that small and I use to use a socket to seat a new one....
Also, since I am down for the count for a few more weeks, I plan to install a new timing chain and valvesprings (120,000 mile LS1 in my 99 FRC) when I put in the new Dewitt radiator (thanks Cass!). Any recommendations on brands and sources.
thanks,
jeff
My slide hammer does not have a fitting that small and I use to use a socket to seat a new one....
Also, since I am down for the count for a few more weeks, I plan to install a new timing chain and valvesprings (120,000 mile LS1 in my 99 FRC) when I put in the new Dewitt radiator (thanks Cass!). Any recommendations on brands and sources.
thanks,
jeff
Last edited by Teddy98Z28M6; 07-02-2006 at 01:26 AM.
#3
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Originally Posted by Teddy98Z28M6
Rent a blind hole puller from Autozone (OEM part 27128) to get it out. I have always just used a socket and hammer to seat the new one.
Thanks!
#4
Not sure if it is a pilot bushing (solid) or bearing but I just did my L98 and used the hydraulic method to remove the bushing. I also happen to have a lathe so I turned an aluminum rod to the same size as the inside of the pilot bushing, stuffed it full of grease, and applied a few wacks with the hammer. Restuff with grease a couple of times and it pops right out.
Ryan
Ryan
#5
I believe Jeff means the pilot bearing. I have replaced it a couple of times on my LS1 Z28. I hear people have used the grease packing way, but I hear it could also damage things.
Jeff,
In the picture I'm using the Pilot Bearing Puller Attachment OEM#27059 with the Slide Hammer OEM#27033 from Autozone, which also works on getting it out. I hear the blind hole puller is better. The Pilot Bearing Puller Attachment is actually a little too big for the pilot bearing hole, but you can hammer it on seperately. Then attach the slide hammer and tighten until the 2 claws open to a firm grip. A few hard pulls on the slide hammer, and it should come out.
Jeff,
In the picture I'm using the Pilot Bearing Puller Attachment OEM#27059 with the Slide Hammer OEM#27033 from Autozone, which also works on getting it out. I hear the blind hole puller is better. The Pilot Bearing Puller Attachment is actually a little too big for the pilot bearing hole, but you can hammer it on seperately. Then attach the slide hammer and tighten until the 2 claws open to a firm grip. A few hard pulls on the slide hammer, and it should come out.
Last edited by Teddy98Z28M6; 07-02-2006 at 09:55 AM.
#6
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Originally Posted by reidry
Not sure if it is a pilot bushing (solid) or bearing but I just did my L98 and used the hydraulic method to remove the bushing. I also happen to have a lathe so I turned an aluminum rod to the same size as the inside of the pilot bushing, stuffed it full of grease, and applied a few wacks with the hammer. Restuff with grease a couple of times and it pops right out.
Ryan
Ryan
jeff
#7
Burning Brakes
Originally Posted by reidry
Not sure if it is a pilot bushing (solid) or bearing but I just did my L98 and used the hydraulic method to remove the bushing. I also happen to have a lathe so I turned an aluminum rod to the same size as the inside of the pilot bushing, stuffed it full of grease, and applied a few wacks with the hammer. Restuff with grease a couple of times and it pops right out.
Ryan
Ryan
#8
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Blind hole puller worked like a charm!
New bushing, flywheel, pressure plate, clutch and clutch master cylinder are in - just waiting on the ball joint boots I tore and a new ZO6 shifter base to replace the shot LS1 I currently have and this bad boy gets reassembled some more
New bushing, flywheel, pressure plate, clutch and clutch master cylinder are in - just waiting on the ball joint boots I tore and a new ZO6 shifter base to replace the shot LS1 I currently have and this bad boy gets reassembled some more