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Big Harold

Member Since: 09 Jul 2018
Location: nsw
Posts: 71

2015 Defender 130 Puma 2.2 HCPU Alpine White

2.2 Puma Pilot Bearing

Just after everybody's thoughts.
I have two 2.2 Pumas here one with the engine out and the other with the gearbox out and I have found in both the pilot bearings are shot.
Both have roughly 105,000 km on the clock. Both are standard in regards to mods.
Those not familiar with the Pumas they have a needle roller pilot bearing.
In my defender the failed pilot bearing has caused considerable wear to the input shaft on the gearbox.
I have been trying to source a sintered bronze pilot bush to no avail.
I have ordered a length of sintered bronze to make my own.
Has anybody else encountered this problem?
Mark

22nd Nov 2018 12:11am

MK

Member Since: 28 Aug 2008
Location: Santiago
Posts: 2420

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 SW Chawton White

Pilot bearing can brake during gearbox removal or installation. I believe the cage is made of plastic. As for fixing the tip of the shaft I cannot help. Puma 110" SW

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22nd Nov 2018 9:48am

Roy5695

Member Since: 15 Feb 2014
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 1123

2011 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS DCPU Indus Silver

I’ve just replaced mine with a new genuine one. Wasn’t anything wrong with it but while I hade the box off to do the clutch it made sense to change it.

A relatively simple process which could be done in an afternoon if you had the right tools and access. I’d stick with what was originally fitted and just ensure it’s greased properly upon fitment with the correct high temperature grease. 2011 Defender DCPU 2.2 - https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic30623.html

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Roy

22nd Nov 2018 3:57pm

NickMc

Member Since: 01 Oct 2014
Location: Norn Iron
Posts: 1628

I always replace them with LUK or genuine- and yes nearly everytime you remove a box a roller falls out! The special tool from Land Rover is about £80 and worth the money!

23rd Nov 2018 6:50pm

Roy5695

Member Since: 15 Feb 2014
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 1123

I just used an internal bearing puller. The whole set cost about £35 on eBay. 2011 Defender DCPU 2.2 - https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic30623.html

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Roy

23rd Nov 2018 6:54pm

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