Pilot bearing installation

[D]

I just installed a new pilot bearing on my 91. When tapping it in it went in a little past flush with the fly wheel. I was wondering if It is still Ok or if I should pull it and replace it? It probably went in about as far as this letter E is wide past flush with the fly wheel. Also when installing a new clutch is it ok not to get the fly wheel resurfaced if it is still very smooth?

 

[rock883]

I don't know about the pilot bearing, but definately get the clutch resurfaced. We did mine and it only cost like $20-30 at NAPA. It shouldn't be very smooth, it is better to be a little rough, just like when it comes from the machining.

 

[4x4Ranger]

I'd take the flywheel off and get it resurfaced. If you don't it may not chatter, or it may. And if it does you'll hate yourself for not spending $30 to get it resurfaced. Plus when you take the flywheel off you can pound the pilot bearing forward a little.