A555 Clutch Release shaft Large Bushing?

[omni_840]

I was going through my A555 and when I pulled the clutch release shaft to replace the Input shaft seal, the larger bushing was busted.

In my plog 135sohc said they aren't available from the dealer, so what are you guys doing for replacements besides taking one from a spare tranny?

Thanks

[jonnymopar]

I'm looking into this now. The stock bushing is 1.0" ID and 1.125" OD, which means it's only 1/16" wall thickness. I was hoping to grab an Oilite bushing, but all the ones I've seen were 1/8" wall. Anybody know what type of plastic the stocker is?

[135sohc]

mcmaster carr shows some plastic flange bushings if you search under those dimensions. Very $$$ though.

The $18 would probably outlast the rest of the transmission.

High-Performance Plastic Flanged Sleeve Bearings

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[jonnymopar]

I wonder what I have at work for Rulon rod stock... hmmm...

It's red, isn't it?

[135sohc]

I need one of these now also. Did anyone buy something and see if it worked?

[jonnymopar]

Admittedly, a sunny weekend was approaching, so I stole the one out of my extra trans. One of the mechanical engineers at my place recommended these guys:

http://www.igus.com/wpck/7174/productoverview_iglidur