That inside bearing is called the mainshaft needle bearing. It supports
the end of the true mainshaft inside the transmission.

The input/pilot shaft bearing is part of the clutch, as you know, and
external to the tranny.

Yes, the parts lingo gets a little messed up. Even by VW.

Mark

Scott Daniel wrote:
> re 'the input/pilot shaft turns at
>...
> however...the input shaft bearing on the transmission input shaft is
> always turning , unless the clutch is held in, van not moving.
> Idling in neutral ..
> or driving down the road ..
> the input shaft bearing just inward from the bell housing is turning ..
> it is also driving, by a gear, full time ..the Pinion Shaft assembly and
> bearing/s there.
>