Clutch release bearing AKA throwout bearing

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Clutch release bearing AKA throwout bearing

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so I need to replace this bearing, presumably along with my clutch. I got a nice deal for a Exeddy clutch kit for my 4cyl for $46 off amazon.com. Anyway, I wanted to know if the throwout bearing comes with the clutch kit, or is it something I have to get separately?? I ask because there a few names for this bearing, and I'm not exactly a mechanic. I checked the workshop manual and couldn't find a reference to either one. The only place I've been able to find the bearing is from a Mazda dealer, which is charging $25, but before I get that, I want to make sure it doesn't already come with the clutch kit.

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Re: Clutch release bearing AKA throwout bearing

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normally clutch kits come with a TOB. Its the big one that the clutch for presses on to disengage the clutch.

The other one you'll want is... ah, what do they call it... a pilot bearing?
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Re: Clutch release bearing AKA throwout bearing

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Kit includes:

1. Exedy Pressure Plate
2. Exedy Clutch Disc
3. OEM Release Bearing
4. OEM Pilot Bearing
5. Alignment Tool

so I guess the 'OEM Release Bearing' and the throwout bearing are one in the same???....if it is, I'm good :-)

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Re: Clutch release bearing AKA throwout bearing

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yup, its good.
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Black '93 BP RS - wrecked, parted, scrapped.
Green GS - Sold.
Black GS - Summer DD/Race car - Fancy KLZE
Red GS - K8-ATX -> MTX-KLDE - Frakencar. Scrapped
White GS - Rusty. Parts. Scrapped
1997 BMW M3 - my summer baby
2002 BMW 325Xi - sold
2003 Forester Xti - EJ20K swapped.
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