Pilot bearing on engine w/pics

[thecrow71]

installing a new pilot bearing the pilot bearing looks the same on both sides except for on the top it has a little groove that goes around it. Does that little groove mean anything? Does it go towards the engine away from the engine? Thanks for your help. As always.

 

[SquareRoot]

If both sides are the same, it doesn't matter. Make sure you only apply pressure to the OUTER race when installing it so you don't ruin the internal bearings. I'm using a similar looking one by Moroso and have been very happy with it.

 

[thecrow71]

thank you