The thought of going to a concentric release bearing has certainly been in the back of my mind, mainly because the pipe goes from the low inspection port on the side and up and over the bearing to the top, which would lead to the bleeding problems.
A similar bearing with two pipes would certainly be preferable in case of a changeout. And, hopefully, the two pipe setup would not be as problematical as yours. That is, if I could be sure of an exact replacement concerning the bearing fit and moving back from the clutch fingers appropriately. You have to wonder if the push-on/O-ring fitting is the best system.
For what it's worth, the bearing number in this tranny is 1R83-7A564-AA. The bleed T-fitting with female threaded ends is only marked with "FAG 1" or "FA6 1" with screw-in push-on/O-ring supply connector, hydraulic flare bleed and tube fittings.
Post-Note: Keisler says install it, pump/bleed 8 times and "enjoy", but they use a flex line which on most trannys can be kept higher than the inlet of the bearing fluid.
Not to beat the subject to death, but reading the part no. in the pictures provided above was difficult because the flag at the top of "1" was extra long and pointed downward like it was a bent "7". Enough already!!!!!
An idea worth considering..........
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