H55F parts in lower mainland

[monton]

Where can I find an input shaft for an H55F tranny in the lower mainland or anywhere, really. I have tried 4wheelauto, no success. I am replacing the clutch right now and the shaft is worn thin. Is it possible to get a custom bearing made to the thinner shaft? Thanks.

 

[nickw]

Try our buddies at: http://www.gscruiserparts.com
Greg and Sheldon are both members on the board, and in Abbotsford.

Or try Steve at http://www.extremebends.com.
He is also a fellow board member. He is also in the GVA.

Cheers,
Nick

 

[cruiser_guy]

I am replacing the clutch right now and the shaft is worn thin.

Are you saying that the pilot bearing is loose on the end of the input shaft?

 

[monton]

Are you saying that the pilot bearing is loose on the end of the input shaft?

Yes, was loose, I have a new bearing. We, meaning my mechanic, came up with a possible solution: put a 1/8 inch space and push the pilot bearing out back on to the thick part of the shaft and reassemble the clutch. Has anyone encountered this? Do you guys think this will work?

Cheers.

 

[Fantom]

I can't speak for anyone else but if it's worn down then I would replace it (the shaft). It the begining of the shaft is normal thickness and where the bearing is, is thinner (which would mean you have serious issues with that bearing), replacing the shaft is by far the best thing to do. You are not going to be able to fit a smaller bearing (nor should you), things are a certain size for a reason, also you should see why it wore down. Are we talking 1/8 all around or 1/8 in total? Regardless, if you have the money, do it properly, if not, then it whatever you do might cost you more later when something more expensive breaks.
IMO
Just to get this straight, the area where the bearing slides is thinner then the rest of the shaft, right?

 

[Fantom]

Add-on:
Steve at Extreme Bends has always been good to me, good prices and lots of answers.

 

[lshobie]

I wouldn't mess with spacers - get a new shaft. Also, look at why it wore like that - you might have some other problems with other bearings. Unless the pilot bearing siezed or wore very badly..

Regards,

 

[MARCIN]

have an access to a lathe?

I had the same problem. To avoid disassembling the transmission, I mounted it on a lathe. With the output shaft secured in the chuck and the trany leveled and secured to the lathe and in gear I turned the lathe on, with a small grinder attached to the tool holder I managed to grind the tip of the input shaft to a smaller diameter but perfectly concentric with the shaft, as the shaft was spinning during grinding. Then I turned an adapter to fit over the grinded tip with an O.D. required by the pilot bearing. Rob welded it on and it has been working great for a year now. Whole thing took an hour.

 

[monton]

Regardless, if you have the money, do it properly, if not, then it whatever you do might cost you more later when something more expensive breaks.
IMO
Just to get this straight, the area where the bearing slides is thinner then the rest of the shaft, right?

Yes, correct.
I know I should replace the shaft but I can't really afford it. I'm prepared to deal with future consequences but just want to get my truck back running. Anyway, we did the spacer idea and it works fine. I'm not sure how long it will last but I don't see why it won't last for a long time. I think the reason it was like this was that the previous pilot bearing was seized and over time just wore away at the shaft. Anyway, on the bright side of things, at least I'm learning a bit about the truck.

 

[Fantom]

Learning is always good, as much of a bi*ch it is to remove the tranny if might be a good idea to save your cash for another shaft, once you get it then swap them out. Of course in that case you might be like me and approach it from the point of "while I'm at it" and replace the bearings in the tranny, maybe even rebuild the transfer case. It is not hard to do when you have the tools - just keep it all organized.
I hope your set up lasts.