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Originally Posted by MrDinkleman

So, I just got my 2016 FRS back from the dealer after having the TOB replaced. I can confirm that the original TOB does not look like either picture. I looked at the invoice and it had the upgraded TOB part number. So, thanks to the members here I am happy to know I got the right bearing. The weird thing is, when I first talked to the service concierge (?) (the first guy who points you to the actual service writer) he said he had never heard of a TOB going out so early, although he admitted he didn't see many FRSs. OTOH, the service writer called the parts desk and told them to "be sure it was the upgraded part they had in stock" so he must be quite aware of the problem.
When I picked up my car, both of them told me the bearing was REALLY messed up. But it doesn't look really messed up; just messed up. I was expecting it to be wobbly or bent or something. But it "just" spins freely. It's a little loose but it sounds dry as hell.
I didn't have them change anything else because I eventually want to install a lightweight flywheel. Didn't see point in spending another $350 for new clutch, pressure plate, and machined stock flywheel.
In the end, it cost $820.

There were at least two different styles used originally. There is no pattern as to what was used when. The common failure mid of both the styles was the lube that was used.
Why did it cost you anything? Are you out of warranty?