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ULC1796J-N - Layshaft Bearing – LT77

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OEM Part
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Brand NTN
Layshaft Bearing - taper roller bearing supporting the layshaft (cluster gear) in the LT77 five-speed manual gearbox.

The layshaft turns whenever the clutch is engaged, carrying drive from the input shaft to the mainshaft gear cluster. This taper roller bearing takes both radial and axial load at the layshaft journal and, working against its opposing bearing at the other end of the shaft, sets the layshaft end float - adjusted with shims on assembly. A worn or pitted bearing produces a gearbox whine that rises with road speed rather than engine speed, and lets the layshaft move under load, which can allow the box to jump out of gear.

Supplied as a single bearing. Renewal requires the gearbox to be removed and split, and the end float reset.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Fitment Notes Layshaft taper roller bearing — 5-speed manual gearbox (LT77).
DEFENDER 1987-2006 — 5 Speed Manual; layshaft to Suffix E inclusive
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1991 (To VIN HA610293) — Manual; layshaft & reverse idler
JAGUAR XJ6 Series 3 — layshaft bearing (per AllMakes)
Alternative Codes
ULC1796J-NULC1796

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ULC1796J-N layshaft bearing?
The ULC1796J-N is a taper roller layshaft bearing for the LT77 five-speed manual gearbox. It supports the layshaft inside the box. NTN OEM bearing, fitting the Defender, Range Rover Classic and Jaguar XJ6 Series 3 with the LT77.
Which vehicles does this LT77 bearing fit?
It fits the LT77 gearbox in the Defender (1987-2006, layshaft to Suffix E), Range Rover Classic (1986-1991, to VIN HA610293) and Jaguar XJ6 Series 3. This is the LT77 bearing, not the later R380, so confirm your gearbox type.
What are the signs of a worn LT77 layshaft bearing?
A worn LT77 layshaft bearing typically causes gearbox whine or rumble that changes with road speed. It's renewed as part of a full LT77 rebuild, done with the gearbox removed and stripped.