Model "A" throw out bearing

[400A]

Getting ready to do a clutch swap on my "A" and wondering what everyone is recommending for a throw out bearing? Seems like there is a myriad of choices. Looking for a suggestion on bearing brand and supplier. Recent experience with your chosen bearing would be great as well. Many thanks.

 

[Flathead]

BCA used to be the one.

 

[Jim Brierley]

re-pack your present bearing using a wheel brg. packer.

 

[Y-Blockhead]

Recent thread... https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=349292&highlight=throwout+bearing

 

[Oldcarbearings]

Aetna/fafnir/***/green/l&s/mrc/ndh(new departure hyatt)/rhp/skf

 

[verdirick]

Use NAPA N1613, it has a zert fitting, What I've always used..

 

[stevemclark]

Ecklers $21.99:https://www.ecklers.com/model-a-ford-clutch-throwout-bearing-good-quality-28-29468-1.html

 

[Bruce of MN]

Use NAPA N1613, it has a zert fitting, What I've always used..

Unfortunately, out of stock, per their website.

 

[Dino's A]

Use NAPA N1613, it has a zert fitting, What I've always used..

When you look this up on NAPA's site, It says that it does NOT fit the Model A.
What's the deal?

Boy, I do love the zerk fitting!!!

 

[Oldcarbearings]

FORD part numbers: A-7580AR/78-7580A SKF 400196/N1087

 

[Bob C]

When you look this up on NAPA's site, It says that it does NOT fit the Model A.
What's the deal?

Boy, I do love the zerk fitting!!!

I looked N1613 up in my bearing interchange and it shows the same as A-7580-B (Model A number).

 

[Dino's A]

That's real good Bob, that zerk fitting really does it for me. I wondered why more
cars don't have a zerk?

 

[CT Jack]

400A,
Try contacting South Shore Bearings in Quincy, MA https://southshorebearing.com/
Ask for a recommendation or give them a bearing # as a cross reference.
Cheers

 

[old31]

That zerk is a winner, never knew they existed.