Hello Everyone!
Thank you for the great replies!
I will add those items to my "to do" list.
Yesterday, I put the backend up in the air (and took the rear bumper off), to change the plugs and coils, and do an oil change/drop the sump (I "needed" to see inside) and installed the LN spin on adapter and magnetic drain plug.
I am considering lowering the rear of the engine a bit to get more access. Ever done that?
Lastly, FB111, thank you for that info! I didn't know it was a bronze bushing (I thought it was just an oil fed ball bearing). I will consider that.
Thanks,
Paul