Thrust bearing flange gone
The flanges of my main thrust bearing are totally gone.
I know it because:
1) My mechanic found the crank shaft end play to be 7-8 times the tolerance
2) I found a half flange in the engine while making my oil change (I removed it through the drain hole)
Otherwise my car works fine. No noise - no problems
I am not sure what I can expect if I keep driving ?
I am thinking to change the thrust bearing without removing the engine. I believe I can remove the cross member and pull down the oil pan from below. Anyone has done that?
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