Is there a better option than National for another throw out bearing?

[sierradmax]

I suspect my Throw out Bearing (installed less than 2,000 miles ago) needs replacement. A "ticking" noise happens when transmission is in neutral and clutch is out. Goes away when clutch is depressed. I'm going to rule out the TOB before the input shaft bearing. I've seen recent reviews where it has failed. Does Mopar still make them?

 

[williambmac]

I think at this point, anything that Mopar is selling for our TJ's is being sourced elsewhere and thrown into a Mopar box.
I would look at Napa.
I know Crown and Omix make them, but I don't trust their stuff.

National and Timken make them, part # 614093

 

[sierradmax]

Thanks. Also, in terms of operation.. Does the TOB spin while riding the input shaft when the transmission is in Neutral and not engaged with the clutch? Trying to remember how they're constructed.

 

[CharlesHS]

My recommendation would be Timken; if you determine the TOB is going bad.
When I replaced the clutch in my ‘98 XJ I went with the Luk clutch kit , but purchased a Timken TOB separately.
My experiences with Timken has always been good.
You can purchase the Timken TOB on Amazon.

 

[sierradmax]

I just uploaded a quick video. Any thoughts?

 

[bromel]

TOB bearing should not be engaged when the clutch is out unless something is wrong.

 

[sierradmax]

TOB bearing should not be engaged when the clutch is out unless something is wrong.

I just watched a video and yes, you're right. It rides along a sleeve over the main input shaft.