Flywheel Pilot Bearing, Question Options

[jim_hoyland]

I previously acquired all the parts for a clutch replacement: flywheel, pressure plate, clutch, throw out bearing, and the clips, seals, bolts, washers, and bushing that go along with the main parts.

Two questions:
1. I have two clutch disks, a 6 spring and a 4 spring. Which would be preferred for street driving ?

2. I do not have a new flywheel pilot bearing; should I buy one before I start. And, would a VW parts house carry them.

Car is going in next week to replace everything, just want to have all the parts on-hand

[SLITS]

Ok Jim,

The 4 spring was for the /4. Supposedly they don't make the 4 spring anymore and it was replaced by the 6 spring which was originally for the /6. The 6 spring gives a smoother take up (engagement) of the clutch. Use the 6 spring.

If the pilot bearing is still good there is no need to change it. It should run smoothly when a pilot shaft (or your finger if it's small enough) is used to rotate in it.