Hydraulic clutch release bearing for T50 gearbox

[jimmy19650]

Just re-read your post Sam 28.5mm .Thanks

[Sam-Q]

happy to help

hey I dont know if it helps but I don't need this anymore and you can have it for $60

[jimmy19650]

Let me have a measure of my W5x input shafts first mate. Just trying to update the fibreglassing thread.

[jimmy19650]

Ok Sam. I just measured a W5x input shaft off a 3uz hilux. It measured 28.1. If the GM bearing is 28.5, then it is a close fit. If the bearing sits down lower below the spline, it should be ok. Does the unit you have come with a bearing also? Interestingly, the bearing I am using for the T50 measures about 27.7mm.

[Sam-Q]

the end of this unit is a bearing in itself, it's thin as but it must work for the ford guys. I have a document one of the clubman guys sent to me with specs buts that's for the T50

[johl]

any more news on the w box progress?

[jimmy19650]

Hi Johl, I am still waiting on some bearings from the states. As i said in an earlier post, the bearings I use for the T50 series box is too small for the W series box. i have tracked down a bearing which has about 0.5mm clearance, but i am a bit nervous about using this because of the tolerance. I have drawn up all the bits i need machined no problems. If you are prepared to pay $500, I can easily use a tilton style bearing, but I am trying to source some more economical bearings. They are available. I will update as soon as I have any news. I am waiting for one to finish 3 projects of my own.

[johl]

Yeh I'm really interested but wouldn't want to pay 500. I'l keep any eye on this thread for any updates

[lolwat]

do a group buy or something and see how many people would be interested, the whole idea is awesome, fuck JDM

[jimmy19650]

Been burnt too many times with group buys. I can get a pretty good price for the bearings, and I have a CNC mill that will do the machining pretty easily. Once I get everything working well and i am confident it wont fail after a few uses, I will post details. As I have said, i have 3 W series box conversions of my own, and 3 T50 conversions on the go now, so it is worth my while to get this right. If it helps others, bonus.

I have priced the T50 unit, and roughly priced the W series, but I dont dare mention prices or use the word "sell" incase this post i deleted, but the prices are quite reasonable I thought.