Even Manual transmission MB's need the engine running to ensure the output shaft bearing does not seize!!!

VS tech, please explain how running the engine in a manual tranny car with the gearbox in neutral will have any impact on the output bearing.

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..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.