new type throw-out bearing for the cubs

Anonymous-0 · Jan 12, 2014

Has anybody used the new type throw-out bearing for the cubs. They turn like any other bearing. I think it would be better than the graphite one. Let me know if you used one and if they hold up better than old type.

BearGap · Jan 13, 2014

After another graphite bearing exploded, went to the new type. No issues with it except there is a lot of vibration when partially engaged, particularly noticeable when backing up. Not sure if that is related or an alignment problem or something.

mkirsch · Jan 13, 2014

If you check farmallcub . com, results are mixed. There are some who swear by them and a lot who swear AT them.

The graphite bearings don't last long unless you use the CHEAPEST, POOREST grease available to grease them. The bearing depends on the oils separating from the cheap grease and soaking through the graphite to keep the face lubricated. If you go using fancy-pants deluxe grease, they will explode sooner rather than later due to lack of lubrication.

With the roller type bearing, the misalignment between pressure plate and throwout causes a "scrubbing" action on many/most Cubs that chews up this style bearing right quick.

DGinVT · Jan 13, 2014

When I rebuilt my 1948 Cub back in the late 90s I went to the new throwout bearing(no carbon) and never had any trouble with it

Jim Becker · Jan 13, 2014

The alignment situation that mkirsch described pretty well covers the situation. The ball bearings are not a well thought out modification.

Farmallcub.com has many threads that discuss these things. The odds are against you if you use one. Look at the pictures in this thread and read the post by Scrivet for a good, brief explanation.
http://www.farmallcub.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=82134

gene bender · Jan 13, 2014

Someone did post the clearence between the thro-out bearing and pressure plate fingers from a Blue Point manual dont remember but it is important in setting the clutch pedal lash.. Those graphite ones have been around for many yrs and lubes have been changed since they were new.

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