NV3550 / NV4500 Pilot Bearing Bushing SKU: 7210
NV3550 / NV4500 Pilot Bearing Bushing
Product Overview:
When you're adapting a Ford small block to an NV3550, NV4500, or AX15 manual transmission, the right pilot bushing makes all the difference. This Clutch Pilot Bearing Bushing (AA #716122) is specifically built for conversions using a .750" input shaft and factory Ford bellhousing with Advance Adapter plates. With a deeper length than the common AA 716169 bushing, it offers the proper support in setups that require extra crankshaft engagement. If you're building a custom drivetrain, this is the piece that locks it all together with precision.
Full description
When you're adapting a Ford small block to an NV3550, NV4500, or AX15 manual transmission, the right pilot bushing makes all the difference. This Clutch Pilot Bearing Bushing (AA #716122) is specifically built for conversions using a .750" input shaft and factory Ford bellhousing with Advance Adapter plates. With a deeper length than the common AA 716169 bushing, it offers the proper support in setups that require extra crankshaft engagement. If you're building a custom drivetrain, this is the piece that locks it all together with precision.
Clutch Pilot Bearing Bushing | NV3550 & NV4500
This custom Clutch Pilot Bearing Bushing is designed to adapt select Ford 302, 5.0L, and 351W engines to manual transmissions using a .750" pilot tip, including the NV3550 and NV4500. Commonly used in Advance Adapter (AA) transmission conversion kits, this bearing is the go-to choice for swaps that utilize a factory Ford bellhousing with an AA adapter plate. It offers a longer reach than the AA 716169 version and is often used in conversions where a deeper engagement into the crank is needed for proper pilot support.
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Fits Ford Small Block Engines: Compatible with Ford 302, 5.0L, and 351W engine cranks.
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For .750" Pilot Tips: Designed for transmissions like the NV3550, NV4500, and AX15.
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Common in AA Kits: Used in Advance Adapters Ford-to-NV3550/NV4500 conversion kits.
- Steel Construction: Provides long-lasting durability and proper pilot shaft alignment.
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Precise Fitment: Ensures smooth clutch engagement and alignment in custom conversions.
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Dimensions:
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Outside Diameter (O.D.): 1.377"
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Inside Diameter (I.D.): .750"
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Length: .500"
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Swapping in an NV3550 or NV4500? This .750" pilot bushing fits Ford 302/5.0/351W and provides the extra depth needed for smooth, solid clutch alignment.