On May 6, 2007, at 4:49 PM, you wrote:

> Greetings,
> I need to remove a pilot bearing from the end of the crankshaft. I
> hate to
> spend $50+ (http://tinyurl.com/23m9wo) for a tool I will probably
> only use
> once. Any ideas, suggestions,help,etc.. would be appreciated.

Ken,

Sir Tools 1088 and 1089 don't work very well on VW pilots bearings
(the lip is too thin compared to the Porsche pilot bearing). It will
eventually get it out but you'll probably regret the money you spent.

http://homepage.mac.com/ratwell/.Pictures/Engine/21-PilotBearing.jpg

It's a tool meant for this style (later 911):

http://img.eautopartscatalog.com/live/I101023307SKF.JPG

Not this style (VW, early 911):

http://img.eautopartscatalog.com/live/I101014653KOL.JPG

--
Richard, 1978 Westfalia CDN
http://www.ratwell.com/
Cupertino, CA