Clutch pilot bushing vs roller bearing

[baldilocks]

I'm getting ready to transplant a recently rebuilt 235 into my 49 3/4 ton. It'll be bolted up to the original truck flywheel, bellhousing and granny gear 4 speed. The donor motor came from a 1957 210 series car with a manual 3 speed. I'm pretty sure that motor originally came with a bronze pilot bushing in the end of the crank but it now has a roller bearing.

I'll be replacing the old bearing before the transplant. My question, is there any advantage to replacing it with another roller bearing, or should I go back in with a bushing?


Thanks in advance,
Steve

[Deve]

Personally I like the bearings. I think they will last longer and wear better. You will like the hydraulic lifters!