Rebel Roger,
There is a 'Tech-Tip' that deals with this subject. Look at the very top of this page, it will take you there.
I might not understand the semantics. The thrust washer IS a bearing. If I remember correctly, it is about 1/2" thick...look closely at it and rotate top and bottom surfaces with your fingers. Look at the Tech-Tip and you will see this bearing in a cut-away which will make it more clear.
Stuart
