thats right.. i used the clutch alignment tool and saw that was tight in the installed pilot. then found a dowel that fit the same way on the tool. then used the dowel on the shaft for comparison. and then started using the emery cloth until the dowl and the shaft moved nicely. i just finished installing the bellhouse. and i have the tranny suspended and ready to stab.ill stab it in the next hour or 2 and let everyone know how i make out.its one of those thing that i know i better not rush.