[tnoice]

I chose to have mine replaced because I did it want to even have the possibility that I would need to face my wife to tell her I needed a new engine on a car that is in almost perfect condition. I too replaced my oil every 5,000 miles and drove it like a Porsche should be driven, but unfortunately I still did not like the probability of that issue when I can proactively take steps to lessen a catastrophic outcome. I would personally say that if you are replacing all of those parts, dealing with the clutch, it does not hurt to replace the bearing, if it can be removed. It will give you peace of mind.